In this chapter, we will look at the anesthetic considerations and techniques
that facilitate the safe and successful operative care of thoracic and neurologic tumors.
Modality and drug choice will be discussed in both the context of hemodynamic
stability and tumor effects. Additionally, airway management, vascular access, and
invasive monitoring may change based on tumor type and location, along with patient
presentation. The goal of this chapter is to provide the non-fellowship-trained
anesthesiologist with a basic understanding of how to safely care for patients
undergoing care that they may not commonly provide.
Keywords: Activated clotting time, Bronchial blocker, Double lumen endotracheal tube, One lung ventilation, Pulse pressure variation
