and their justification for such a policy is
what???? The only reason to even consider NBM during labour is when considering
the risk of Mendelsohn's syndrome, and the risk for that is present with general
anaesthesia. since somebody having an epidurla is highly unlikely to require a
GA why on earth prevent them from eating? do they have statistics on the
percentage of women who go from having an epidural to then requiring a
GA?
Mendelsohn's, even if the risk exists, is now known
to still be a risk even when NBM is followed. Good anaesthetic procedure is more
improtant than any other factor. Having a policy of NBM does
NOT prevent aspiration of stomach contents, reduce acidity of
stomach contents or ensuring an empty stomach.
Are the anaesthetists saying something about their
confidence in their own anaesthetic technique?
Nikki Macfarlane
Director, Childbrith International
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