ABCs of Anaesthesia

Lahiru Amaratunge
  • 5.0 (4)
  • Medicine
  • Updated Weekly

A medical education podcast about all things in Anaesthesia. We want to provide everyone from medical student to specialist with interesting interviews, exam tips and discuss the latest information, practice and techniques.

  1. May 22

    Cerebral palsy CT guided biopsy | Final Exam Viva

    Send us Fan Mail Check our the full viva in the Final Exam Course https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/courses/FinalExam Final exam peper 2025.2 VIVA 4 Viva Stem You are providing anaesthesia in the interventional radiology suite of your major hospital. On the list is a 22 year old woman who requires a CT-guided biopsy of a left renal mass that was discovered incidentally on abdominal imaging. The patient was admitted today for the procedure and is accompanied by her parents who are her legal guardians and carers. A postoperative bed has been booked for the patient. Medical History Severe cerebral palsy - spastic quadriplegia - moderate intellectual disability Recurrent aspiration pneumonia - severe gastro-oesophageal reflux - oropharyngeal dysphagia - gastrostomy feeding tube (feeds ceased for six hours) Anxiety - distress with medical procedures Epilepsy Medications  - Baclofen 10 mg tds  - Levetiracetam 1000 mg bd - Pantoprazole 40 mg once daily Allergies - Nil known Observations - height 155 cm  - estimated weight 40 kg estimated  - (BMI approx. 16.6 kg/m2)  - HR 90 bpm - BP 95/55 mmHg - SpO2 96% on room air Preoperative Investigations - Blood test results are normal - Blood Group and Hold has been conducted What are your specific considerations when planning anaesthesia care for this patient? --------- Find us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofa Website: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.com Podcast: ABCs of Anaesthesia Primary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee Break Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesia Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430 --------- Check out all of our online courses and zoom teaching sessions here! https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/collections https://www.anaesthesiacollective.com/courses/ --------- #Anesthesiology #Anesthesia #Anaesthetics #Anaesthetists #Residency #MedicalSchool #FOAMed #Nurse #Medical #Meded  --------- Please support me at my patreon https://www.patreon.com/ABCsofA --------- Any questions please email abcsofanaesthesia@gmail.com --------- Disclaimer:  The information contained in this video/audio/graphic is for medical practitioner education only. It is not and will not be relevant for the general public. Where applicable patients have given written informed consent to the use of their images in video/photography and aware that it will be published online and visible by medical practitioners and the general public. This contains general information about medical conditions and treatments. The information is not advice and should not be treated as such.  The medical information is provided “as is” without any representations or warranties, express or implied.  The presenter makes no representations or warranties in relation to the medical information on this video.  You must not rely on the information as an alternative to assessing and managing your patient with your treating team and consultant.  You should seek your own advice from your medical practitioner in relation to any of the topics discussed in this episode’  Medical information can change rapidly, and the author/s make all reasonable attempts to provide accurate information at the time of filming. There is no guarantee that the information will be accurate at the time of viewing The information provided is within the scope of a specialist anaesthetist (FANZCA) working in Australia. The information presented here does not represent the views of any hospital or ANZCA. These videos are solely for training and education of medical practitioners, and are not an advertisement. They were not sponsored and offer no discounts, gifts or other inducements.  This disclaimer was created based on a Contractology template available at http://www.contractology.com.PerOral Endoscopic Myotomy Failed intubation | Final Exam Viva

    26 min

  2. May 14

    PerOral Endoscopic Myotomy Failed intubation | Final Exam Viva

    Send us Fan Mail Check our the full viva in the Final Exam Course https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/courses/FinalExam You are the duty anaesthetist at a busy tertiary hospital. Your provisional fellow calls you for urgent assistance with an airway emergency. They have performed a rapid sequence induction and attempted to intubate a 22-year-old man for a Per-Oral Endoscopic Myotomy (POEM) procedure for type 2 achalasia in the main theatres. Intubation was attempted with a videolaryngoscope and hyperangulated blade. The percentage of glottic opening visible was 10% and they were unable to pass the endotracheal tube or a gum elastic bougie. They were then unable to bag-mask ventilate the patient but successfully placed a second generation supraglottic airway. Ventilation has been restored, and green tinged fluid has been noted in the gastric port. Current observations are: HR 95 bpm BP 97/56 mmHg SpO2 90% on FiO2 1.0 ETCO2 41 mmHg (5.47 kPa) TV 400 mL with a small air leak Weight 169 kg Height 199 cm BMI 42 kg/m2 Past Medical History Type 2 achalasia Class III obesity Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder Mild developmental delay Severe anxiety Medication Lisdexamfetamine 70 mg once daily Melatonin 4 mg nocte Diazepam 10 mg was given orally preoperatively Allergies Nil known What are your priorities in managing this situation? --------- Find us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofa Website: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.com Podcast: ABCs of Anaesthesia Primary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee Break Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesia Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430 --------- Check out all of our online courses and zoom teaching sessions here! https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/collections https://www.anaesthesiacollective.com/courses/ --------- #Anesthesiology #Anesthesia #Anaesthetics #Anaesthetists #Residency #MedicalSchool #FOAMed #Nurse #Medical #Meded  --------- Any questions please email abcsofanaesthesia@gmail.com --------- Disclaimer:  The information contained in this video/audio/graphic is for medical practitioner education only. It is not and will not be relevant for the general public. Where applicable patients have given written informed consent to the use of their images in video/photography and aware that it will be published online and visible by medical practitioners and the general public. This contains general information about medical conditions and treatments. The information is not advice and should not be treated as such.  The medical information is provided “as is” without any representations or warranties, express or implied.  The presenter makes no representations or warranties in relation to the medical information on this video.  You must not rely on the information as an alternative to assessing and managing your patient with your treating team and consultant.  You should seek your own advice from your medical practitioner in relation to any of the topics discussed in this episode’  Medical information can change rapidly, and the author/s make all reasonable attempts to provide accurate information at the time of filming. There is no guarantee that the information will be accurate at the time of viewing The information provided is within the scope of a specialist anaesthetist (FANZCA) working in Australia. The information presented here does not represent the views of any hospital or ANZCA. These videos are solely for training and education of medical practitioners, and are not an advertisement. They were not sponsored and offer no discounts, gifts or other inducements.

    30 min

  3. Apr 14

    Parenting and Specialist Training | With Dr Claire

    Send us Fan Mail Check out this free resource anaesthesia training as a parent. Available on our website soon! https://www.anaesthesiacollective.com/welfare/ --------- Find us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofa Website: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.com Podcast: ABCs of Anaesthesia Primary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee Break Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesia Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430 --------- Check out all of our online courses and zoom teaching sessions here! https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/collections https://www.anaesthesiacollective.com/courses/ --------- #Anesthesiology #Anesthesia #Anaesthetics #Anaesthetists #Residency #MedicalSchool #FOAMed #Nurse #Medical #Meded  --------- Please support me at my patreon https://www.patreon.com/ABCsofA --------- Any questions please email abcsofanaesthesia@gmail.com --------- Disclaimer:  The information contained in this video/audio/graphic is for medical practitioner education only. It is not and will not be relevant for the general public. Where applicable patients have given written informed consent to the use of their images in video/photography and aware that it will be published online and visible by medical practitioners and the general public. This contains general information about medical conditions and treatments. The information is not advice and should not be treated as such.  The medical information is provided “as is” without any representations or warranties, express or implied.  The presenter makes no representations or warranties in relation to the medical information on this video.  You must not rely on the information as an alternative to assessing and managing your patient with your treating team and consultant.  You should seek your own advice from your medical practitioner in relation to any of the topics discussed in this episode’  Medical information can change rapidly, and the author/s make all reasonable attempts to provide accurate information at the time of filming. There is no guarantee that the information will be accurate at the time of viewing The information provided is within the scope of a specialist anaesthetist (FANZCA) working in Australia. The information presented here does not represent the views of any hospital or ANZCA. These videos are solely for training and education of medical practitioners, and are not an advertisement. They were not sponsored and offer no discounts, gifts or other inducements.  This disclaimer was created based on a Contractology template available at http://www.contractology.com.

    54 min
  4. Follow Future Anaesthesia! - Interview with Dr Tany

    Apr 13

    Follow Future Anaesthesia! - Interview with Dr Tany

    Send us Fan Mail Follow Future Anaesthesia on instagram for more useful information and sustainability tips! --------- Find us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofa Website: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.com Podcast: ABCs of Anaesthesia Primary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee Break Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesia Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430 --------- Check out all of our online courses and zoom teaching sessions here! https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/collections https://www.anaesthesiacollective.com/courses/ --------- #Anesthesiology #Anesthesia #Anaesthetics #Anaesthetists #Residency #MedicalSchool #FOAMed #Nurse #Medical #Meded  --------- Please support me at my patreon https://www.patreon.com/ABCsofA --------- Any questions please email abcsofanaesthesia@gmail.com --------- Disclaimer:  The information contained in this video/audio/graphic is for medical practitioner education only. It is not and will not be relevant for the general public. Where applicable patients have given written informed consent to the use of their images in video/photography and aware that it will be published online and visible by medical practitioners and the general public. This contains general information about medical conditions and treatments. The information is not advice and should not be treated as such.  The medical information is provided “as is” without any representations or warranties, express or implied.  The presenter makes no representations or warranties in relation to the medical information on this video.  You must not rely on the information as an alternative to assessing and managing your patient with your treating team and consultant.  You should seek your own advice from your medical practitioner in relation to any of the topics discussed in this episode’  Medical information can change rapidly, and the author/s make all reasonable attempts to provide accurate information at the time of filming. There is no guarantee that the information will be accurate at the time of viewing The information provided is within the scope of a specialist anaesthetist (FANZCA) working in Australia. The information presented here does not represent the views of any hospital or ANZCA. These videos are solely for training and education of medical practitioners, and are not an advertisement. They were not sponsored and offer no discounts, gifts or other inducements.  This disclaimer was created based on a Contractology template available at http://www.contractology.com.

    34 min
  5. Follow Future Anaesthesia! - Interview with Imashi

    Apr 7

    Follow Future Anaesthesia! - Interview with Imashi

    Send us Fan Mail Follow Future Anaesthesia on instagram for more useful information and sustainability tips! --------- Find us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofa Website: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.com Podcast: ABCs of Anaesthesia Primary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee Break Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesia Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430 --------- Check out all of our online courses and zoom teaching sessions here! https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/collections https://www.anaesthesiacollective.com/courses/ --------- #Anesthesiology #Anesthesia #Anaesthetics #Anaesthetists #Residency #MedicalSchool #FOAMed #Nurse #Medical #Meded  --------- Please support me at my patreon https://www.patreon.com/ABCsofA --------- Any questions please email abcsofanaesthesia@gmail.com --------- Disclaimer:  The information contained in this video/audio/graphic is for medical practitioner education only. It is not and will not be relevant for the general public. Where applicable patients have given written informed consent to the use of their images in video/photography and aware that it will be published online and visible by medical practitioners and the general public. This contains general information about medical conditions and treatments. The information is not advice and should not be treated as such.  The medical information is provided “as is” without any representations or warranties, express or implied.  The presenter makes no representations or warranties in relation to the medical information on this video.  You must not rely on the information as an alternative to assessing and managing your patient with your treating team and consultant.  You should seek your own advice from your medical practitioner in relation to any of the topics discussed in this episode’  Medical information can change rapidly, and the author/s make all reasonable attempts to provide accurate information at the time of filming. There is no guarantee that the information will be accurate at the time of viewing The information provided is within the scope of a specialist anaesthetist (FANZCA) working in Australia. The information presented here does not represent the views of any hospital or ANZCA. These videos are solely for training and education of medical practitioners, and are not an advertisement. They were not sponsored and offer no discounts, gifts or other inducements.  This disclaimer was created based on a Contractology template available at http://www.contractology.com.

    33 min

  6. Jan 9

    Follow Future Anaesthesia and sustainability initiatives!

    Send us Fan Mail Follow Future Anaesthesia on instagram for more useful information and sustainability tips! --------- Find us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofa Website: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.com Podcast: ABCs of Anaesthesia Primary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee Break Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesia Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430 --------- Check out all of our online courses and zoom teaching sessions here! https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/collections https://www.anaesthesiacollective.com/courses/ --------- #Anesthesiology #Anesthesia #Anaesthetics #Anaesthetists #Residency #MedicalSchool #FOAMed #Nurse #Medical #Meded  --------- Please support me at my patreon https://www.patreon.com/ABCsofA --------- Any questions please email abcsofanaesthesia@gmail.com --------- Disclaimer:  The information contained in this video/audio/graphic is for medical practitioner education only. It is not and will not be relevant for the general public. Where applicable patients have given written informed consent to the use of their images in video/photography and aware that it will be published online and visible by medical practitioners and the general public. This contains general information about medical conditions and treatments. The information is not advice and should not be treated as such.  The medical information is provided “as is” without any representations or warranties, express or implied.  The presenter makes no representations or warranties in relation to the medical information on this video.  You must not rely on the information as an alternative to assessing and managing your patient with your treating team and consultant.  You should seek your own advice from your medical practitioner in relation to any of the topics discussed in this episode’  Medical information can change rapidly, and the author/s make all reasonable attempts to provide accurate information at the time of filming. There is no guarantee that the information will be accurate at the time of viewing The information provided is within the scope of a specialist anaesthetist (FANZCA) working in Australia. The information presented here does not represent the views of any hospital or ANZCA. These videos are solely for training and education of medical practitioners, and are not an advertisement. They were not sponsored and offer no discounts, gifts or other inducements.  This disclaimer was created based on a Contractology template available at http://www.contractology.com.

    23 min

  7. 11/20/2025

    Pelvic Fracture with Severe Pain | Final Exam Viva

    Send us Fan Mail Check our the full viva in the Final Exam Course https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/courses/FinalExam --------- Find us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofa Website: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.com Podcast: ABCs of Anaesthesia Primary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee Break Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesia Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430 --------- Check out all of our online courses and zoom teaching sessions here! https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/collections https://www.anaesthesiacollective.com/courses/ --------- #Anesthesiology #Anesthesia #Anaesthetics #Anaesthetists #Residency #MedicalSchool #FOAMed #Nurse #Medical #Meded  --------- Please support me at my patreon https://www.patreon.com/ABCsofA --------- Any questions please email abcsofanaesthesia@gmail.com --------- Disclaimer:  The information contained in this video/audio/graphic is for medical practitioner education only. It is not and will not be relevant for the general public. Where applicable patients have given written informed consent to the use of their images in video/photography and aware that it will be published online and visible by medical practitioners and the general public. This contains general information about medical conditions and treatments. The information is not advice and should not be treated as such.  The medical information is provided “as is” without any representations or warranties, express or implied.  The presenter makes no representations or warranties in relation to the medical information on this video.  You must not rely on the information as an alternative to assessing and managing your patient with your treating team and consultant.  You should seek your own advice from your medical practitioner in relation to any of the topics discussed in this episode’  Medical information can change rapidly, and the author/s make all reasonable attempts to provide accurate information at the time of filming. There is no guarantee that the information will be accurate at the time of viewing The information provided is within the scope of a specialist anaesthetist (FANZCA) working in Australia. The information presented here does not represent the views of any hospital or ANZCA. These videos are solely for training and education of medical practitioners, and are not an advertisement. They were not sponsored and offer no discounts, gifts or other inducements.  This disclaimer was created based on a Contractology template available at http://www.contractology.com.

    24 min

  8. 11/14/2025

    Cerebral aneurysm rupture | Final Exam Viva

    Send us Fan Mail Check our the full viva in the Final Exam Course https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/courses/FinalExam --------- Find us at Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abcsofanaesthesia/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/abcsofa Website: http://www.anaesthesiacollective.com Podcast: ABCs of Anaesthesia Primary Exam Podcast: Anaesthesia Coffee Break Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ABCsofAnaesthesia Facebook Private Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2082807131964430 --------- Check out all of our online courses and zoom teaching sessions here! https://anaesthesia.thinkific.com/collections https://www.anaesthesiacollective.com/courses/ --------- #Anesthesiology #Anesthesia #Anaesthetics #Anaesthetists #Residency #MedicalSchool #FOAMed #Nurse #Medical #Meded  --------- Please support me at my patreon https://www.patreon.com/ABCsofA --------- Any questions please email abcsofanaesthesia@gmail.com --------- Disclaimer:  The information contained in this video/audio/graphic is for medical practitioner education only. It is not and will not be relevant for the general public. Where applicable patients have given written informed consent to the use of their images in video/photography and aware that it will be published online and visible by medical practitioners and the general public. This contains general information about medical conditions and treatments. The information is not advice and should not be treated as such.  The medical information is provided “as is” without any representations or warranties, express or implied.  The presenter makes no representations or warranties in relation to the medical information on this video.  You must not rely on the information as an alternative to assessing and managing your patient with your treating team and consultant.  You should seek your own advice from your medical practitioner in relation to any of the topics discussed in this episode’  Medical information can change rapidly, and the author/s make all reasonable attempts to provide accurate information at the time of filming. There is no guarantee that the information will be accurate at the time of viewing The information provided is within the scope of a specialist anaesthetist (FANZCA) working in Australia. The information presented here does not represent the views of any hospital or ANZCA. These videos are solely for training and education of medical practitioners, and are not an advertisement. They were not sponsored and offer no discounts, gifts or other inducements.  This disclaimer was created based on a Contractology template available at http://www.contractology.com.

    29 min
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A medical education podcast about all things in Anaesthesia. We want to provide everyone from medical student to specialist with interesting interviews, exam tips and discuss the latest information, practice and techniques.

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  • Creator
    Lahiru Amaratunge
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    96
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 ABCs of Anaesthesia
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    ABCs of Anaesthesia

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