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CTchecklist.com was created as a living repository for checklists for use during potentially high-risk anesthesiology cases. Many of these checklists were heavily influenced by the clinical pathways made available to the adult cardiothoracic anesthesiology fellows at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, though some changes may have been made as current practices change. These checklists are meant for educational purposes only, and no guarantee in made toward their completeness. No checklist can cover every aspect of a complex surgical case.
However, we know from our aviation colleagues that the use of checklists greatly reduces the risk of errors. Our hope is that these lists will be a valuable tool for those learning the complex anesthetic requirements for these cases and a trusted partner for verifying the work of seasoned anesthesiologists.
Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting & Routine Valves
Left Ventricular Assist Device