This tutorial discusses the anaesthetic management of intrapartum caesarean delivery in parturients with pre-existing epidural catheter for labour analgesia. Use of epidural catheter to convert analgesia into surgical anaesthesia is elaborated. Prevention of a failed conversion and alternate management options...

The management of the pregnant woman with a history of addiction or substance abuse can be challenging. This tutorial focuses on the pathophysiological effects of drug addiction, providing safe perioperative care and achieving effective analgesia both during labour and post-caesarean...

This tutorial covers the pertinent anaesthetic considerations for patients undergoing a trial of labor after caesarean (TOLAC) with the aim of vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC). The tutorial includes a discussion on the benefits of epidural analgesia and the diagnosis...

An overview of the use of high flow nasal oxygen therapy in anaesthesia and critical care. The article covers the mechanism of high flow oxygen and its physiological benefits. Some proposed uses of high flow nasal oxygen are described including...