Lucrezia Mincione

Anestesia and Intensive Care Unit, Pescara General Hospital, Via Fonte Romana, 8, 65124, Pescara, PE, Italy.

2 publications 2019 – 2023
Low Back PainAcetylcarnitineInjections, SpinalLidocaineMedical Errors

What does Lucrezia Mincione research?

Lucrezia Mincione studies the safety and effects of pain management treatments, particularly when things go wrong. She recently investigated a serious incident where a woman accidentally received a drug injection into her spinal fluid instead of the intended area. This unfortunate mistake led to severe neurological problems and a prolonged recovery process. Mincione’s research emphasizes the importance of precise administration techniques in healthcare to prevent such accidents and improve patient outcomes.

Key findings

  • In a case study, a woman who received an intrathecal injection accidentally fell into a coma and suffered from seizures before recovering, but she experienced significant memory loss six months later.
  • The case highlights a serious risk associated with low back pain treatments, indicating the need for strict safety protocols during medical procedures.
  • Mincione's findings stress the importance of careful administration in safe environments to minimize risks during pain management.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Mincione study medical errors in pain treatment?
Yes, Dr. Mincione examines the risks associated with pain management treatments, specifically focusing on cases of medical mistakes.
What specific condition has Dr. Mincione researched?
She has researched low back pain and the potential complications from treatments intended for this condition.
Is Dr. Mincione's work relevant to patients undergoing pain management?
Absolutely, her research directly addresses the safety concerns that patients face during pain management procedures.

Publications in plain English

Inadvertent intrathecal drug injection while treating low back pain: a case report and review of the literature.

2023

Journal of medical case reports

Ferrieri A, Bosco D, Polilli E, Ciulli R, Visocchi L +4 more

Plain English
This study looked at a case where a woman accidentally received a drug injection into her spinal fluid instead of the intended area while being treated for low back pain. She quickly became comatose and experienced significant neurological issues, including seizures, but improved over six days, leaving her with memory loss six months later. This case highlights the serious risks of medical mistakes during pain treatment and emphasizes the need for careful administration in safe environments. Who this helps: This helps patients undergoing pain management treatments.

PubMed

Physiological effects of high-flow oxygen in tracheostomized patients.

2019

Annals of intensive care

Natalini D, Grieco DL, Santantonio MT, Mincione L, Toni F +5 more

Plain English
This study looked at how high-flow oxygen therapy affects patients who have a tracheostomy (a tube in their throat to help with breathing). Researchers tested three different flow rates (10, 30, and 50 liters per minute) and found that using 50 liters per minute improved oxygen levels by 40 mmHg, lowered the breathing rate by nearly 2 breaths per minute, and increased airway pressure. These results are important because they show that higher flow rates can significantly enhance breathing for these patients. Who this helps: This helps patients with tracheostomies and their healthcare providers.

PubMed

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