The use of antacids as a prophylaxis against Mendelson's syndrome in the United Kingdom. A survey
- 1 April 1986
- journal article
- Published by Wiley in Anaesthesia
- Vol. 41 (4) , 419-422
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1365-2044.1986.tb13231.x
Abstract
Maternal mortality from aspiration of gastric contents still remains unacceptably high, despite various recommended prophylactic measures. In order to establish which forms of antacid prophylaxis are currently being used, a questionnaire was sent to anaesthetists working in obstetric units in the United Kingdom. Despite its limitations, magnesium trisilicate remains the most popular antacid during labour and before Caesarean section.Keywords
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