| Issues to be addressed in relation to non-cardiac surgery* |
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| *Decisions not to be made by junior surgical staff. |
| • Need for protection from endocarditis |
| • Anticoagulant control or indications to start |
| • Anticipation of special problems in relation to underlying haemodynamics |
| • Discussion of special risks with patient |
| • Special anaesthetic advice |
| • Monitoring/intensive care |
| • Filters for intravenous lines in cyanotic patients |
| • Prevention of venous thrombosis |
| • Care with fluid load and electrolytes |
| • Renal function—close observation, fluid charts |
| • Drug administration |