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2024World journal for pediatric & congenital heart surgery
Allred J, de Armendi A, Tanaka K, Butt AL
PubMedALBERTO J. DE ARMENDI, MD
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
Anesthesiology NPI registered 21+ years 6 publications 1992 – 2024 NPI: 1750384947
What does ALBERTO DE ARMENDI research?
Dr. De Armendi studies the management of pain in pregnant patients and the safety of medical procedures in children, particularly those undergoing treatment for cancer. His research addresses specific challenges faced by patients with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) during surgeries and evaluates the safety of lumbar punctures in children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, especially those with low platelet counts. By finding safer methods for these vulnerable groups, his work aims to improve patient care and outcomes in challenging situations.
Key findings
- In a case study, Dr. De Armendi highlighted the necessity of careful planning for a 33-year-old pregnant patient with CRPS opting for a C-section using general anesthesia to prevent pain exacerbation.
- His study involving 5,223 lumbar punctures in 958 children showed no serious complications, proving that lumbar punctures can be performed safely without preventive platelet transfusions if platelet counts are above 10.
- As a result of his findings, pediatric cancer patients can undergo necessary procedures with reduced risk and complications, streamlining their treatment.
Frequently asked questions
- Does Dr. De Armendi study chronic pain conditions during pregnancy?
- Yes, he specifically investigates how to manage pain for pregnant patients with conditions like Complex Regional Pain Syndrome.
- What procedures has Dr. De Armendi researched for children?
- He has researched the safety of lumbar punctures for children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, showing it can be done safely even with low platelet counts.
- How does Dr. De Armendi's work help pediatric patients?
- His research helps pediatric cancer patients by ensuring they can receive necessary medical procedures without the need for extra platelet transfusions, reducing their treatment risks.
Publications in plain English
Sugammadex dosing challenges in pediatric neuromuscular reversal-Comments on Cates et al.
2024Paediatric anaesthesia
Nhan HN, Terada R, Butt AL, de Armendi A
PubMedPerioperative Management of a Parturient with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome for Elective C-Section.
2017The Journal of the Oklahoma State Medical Association
Mansour BS, Wienecke G, Sadana N, Pouralifazel P, de Armendi A
Plain English
This study looked at a 33-year-old woman who was 38 weeks pregnant and had a long history of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) affecting her arms. She chose to have a C-section using general anesthesia instead of the usual spinal anesthesia to avoid worsening her pain condition. The findings highlight the careful planning required when managing patients with CRPS during surgery to prevent their symptoms from coming back.
Who this helps: This information is important for doctors and healthcare providers working with pregnant patients who have chronic pain conditions.
Anesthetic management in a child with Glycogen Storage Disease IV.
2010Paediatric anaesthesia
De Armendi A, Patel V, Mayhew JF
PubMedSafety of lumbar puncture for children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and thrombocytopenia.
2000JAMA
Howard SC, Gajjar A, Ribeiro RC, Rivera GK, Rubnitz JE +5 more
Plain English
This study looked at whether it's safe for children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, who have low platelet counts (thrombocytopenia), to undergo lumbar punctures (LPs) without preventive platelet transfusions. Researchers examined 5,223 LPs performed on 958 children over several years and found no serious complications related to the procedure, even in those with very low platelet counts. This finding means that children can safely have LPs without needing extra platelet transfusions if their counts are above 10, which can reduce unnecessary treatments and risks.
Who this helps: This helps pediatric cancer patients undergoing treatment and their doctors by simplifying care and reducing the need for transfusions.
Anesthesia for an unsuspected Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome with autoantibodies and occult small cell lung carcinoma.
1992Anesthesiology
Small S, Ali HH, Lennon VA, Brown RH, Carr DB +1 more
PubMedFrequent Co-Authors
Amir L Butt Huy N Nhan Rui Terada Jessica Allred Kenichi Tanaka Badie S Mansour Gretchen Wienecke Neeti Sadana Pooya Pouralifazel Vikramkumar Patel
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