Hemodynamics, fluids & transfusion

Hemodynamic Impact of the Trendelenburg Position: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

J Cardiothorac Vasc AnesthPublished Systematic review and meta-analysis

Pooled result · Stroke volumeResult — go to the resultMD 8.27 95% CI 1.79–14.76

Authors' conclusion

The Trendelenburg position significantly increases stroke volume and improves multiple hemodynamic parameters in adult patients.

Study context

Population
Adult patients
Participants
333 patients · 16 studies
Comparison
Trendelenburg position vs horizontal supine position
Outcome
Stroke volume
Methodological detailsprospective interventional studies
  • Prospective interventional studies

Pooled result

As reported in the abstract

MD

8.27

95% CI 1.79–14.76

P = 0.012

Trendelenburg vs Supine
MD 8.27 (95% CI 1.79–14.76); P = 0.012

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Original publication

Hemodynamic Impact of the Trendelenburg Position: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth. Published 18 October 2024. doi:10.1053/j.jvca.2024.10.001

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