Vincenzo Fodale

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Affiliation: University of Messina
Country: Italy

Publications

  1. ncbi Tramadol does not modify the Bispectral Index during anaesthesia with sevoflurane and remifentanil
    V Fodale
    Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Messina, Italy
    Br J Anaesth 95:212-5. 2005
  2. ncbi Evidence of acute tolerance to remifentanil in intensive care but not in anesthesia
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, 98125 Messina, Italy
    J Clin Anesth 18:293-6. 2006
  3. ncbi The effect of peribulbar block with ropivacaine on bi-hemispheric cerebral oxygen saturation in aged patients
    V Fodale
    Department of Neurosciences, Psychiatric and Anaesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Via C Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy
    Anaesthesia 61:764-7. 2006
  4. ncbi The cholinergic system in Down's syndrome
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Department of Neurosciences, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Via C Valeria, Messina, Italy
    J Intellect Disabil 10:261-74. 2006
  5. ncbi Perinatal neuroprotection by muscle relaxants against hypoxic-ischemic lesions: is it a possible hypothesis?
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Unit, Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, Messina University School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Messina, Italy
    J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med 18:133-6. 2005
  6. ncbi Alzheimer's disease and anaesthesia: implications for the central cholinergic system
    V Fodale
    Department of Neurosciences, Psychiatric and Anaesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Via C Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy
    Br J Anaesth 97:445-52. 2006
  7. ncbi Fatal exacerbation of peripheral neuropathy during lamivudine therapy: evidence for iatrogenic mitochondrial damage
    V Fodale
    Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anaesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Via C Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy
    Anaesthesia 60:806-10. 2005
  8. ncbi Comparative cost-analysis of a propofol-cisatracurium-based anesthesia with remifentanil or fentanyl for laparoscopic surgery
    Vincenzo Fodale
    University of Messina, Department of Neuroscience Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Messina, Italy
    Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech 15:149-52. 2005
  9. ncbi Viagra, surgery and anesthesia: a dangerous cocktail with a risk of blindness
    V Fodale
    Anesthesia Intensive Care, Department of Neurosciences, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Via C Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy
    Med Hypotheses 68:880-2. 2007
  10. ncbi Tramadol and vocal cord closure
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G. Martino, Italy
    Anesthesiology 102:227-9. 2005

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  1. ncbi Tramadol does not modify the Bispectral Index during anaesthesia with sevoflurane and remifentanil
    V Fodale
    Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Messina, Italy
    Br J Anaesth 95:212-5. 2005
    ..The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of tramadol administered with ketorolac on the Bispectral Index (BIS) during anaesthesia with sevoflurane and remifentanil...
  2. ncbi Evidence of acute tolerance to remifentanil in intensive care but not in anesthesia
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, 98125 Messina, Italy
    J Clin Anesth 18:293-6. 2006
    ..It is of interest for anesthesiologists, given the high frequency of patients with drug abuse history who are admitted to intensive care units, often sedated with remifentanil, who undergo anesthesia for emergency surgery...
  3. ncbi The effect of peribulbar block with ropivacaine on bi-hemispheric cerebral oxygen saturation in aged patients
    V Fodale
    Department of Neurosciences, Psychiatric and Anaesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Via C Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy
    Anaesthesia 61:764-7. 2006
    ....
  4. ncbi The cholinergic system in Down's syndrome
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Department of Neurosciences, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Via C Valeria, Messina, Italy
    J Intellect Disabil 10:261-74. 2006
    ....
  5. ncbi Perinatal neuroprotection by muscle relaxants against hypoxic-ischemic lesions: is it a possible hypothesis?
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Unit, Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, Messina University School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Messina, Italy
    J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med 18:133-6. 2005
    ..Therefore, we find laudanosine to be an attractive proposal for further studies in the prevention of neurological disabilities ascribable to perinatal injury related to hypoxia and ischemia...
  6. ncbi Alzheimer's disease and anaesthesia: implications for the central cholinergic system
    V Fodale
    Department of Neurosciences, Psychiatric and Anaesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Via C Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy
    Br J Anaesth 97:445-52. 2006
    ..A future challenge may be the identification of brain targets of general anaesthetics which do not expose patients to postoperative cognitive dysfunction, nor interfere with prognosis of brain degenerative disease...
  7. ncbi Fatal exacerbation of peripheral neuropathy during lamivudine therapy: evidence for iatrogenic mitochondrial damage
    V Fodale
    Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anaesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Via C Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy
    Anaesthesia 60:806-10. 2005
    ....
  8. ncbi Comparative cost-analysis of a propofol-cisatracurium-based anesthesia with remifentanil or fentanyl for laparoscopic surgery
    Vincenzo Fodale
    University of Messina, Department of Neuroscience Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Messina, Italy
    Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech 15:149-52. 2005
    ..The clinical relevance is that it could be the intravenous anesthesia technique of choice in laparoscopic surgery for cholecystectomy from a cost-minimization standpoint...
  9. ncbi Viagra, surgery and anesthesia: a dangerous cocktail with a risk of blindness
    V Fodale
    Anesthesia Intensive Care, Department of Neurosciences, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Via C Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy
    Med Hypotheses 68:880-2. 2007
    ..To reduce the risk, sildenafil use should be avoided at least one week before surgical operations, since the reported cases of blindness developed 36h after drug ingestion...
  10. ncbi Tramadol and vocal cord closure
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G. Martino, Italy
    Anesthesiology 102:227-9. 2005
  11. ncbi Anaesthetics and postoperative cognitive dysfunction: a pathological mechanism mimicking Alzheimer's disease
    V Fodale
    Department of Neurosciences Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Italy
    Anaesthesia 65:388-95. 2010
    ..It is hoped that our hypothesis will stimulate further enquiry, especially triggering research into elucidating those anaesthetics that may be more suitable when cognitive dysfunction is a particular concern...
  12. ncbi Acute motor axonal polyneuropathy after a cisatracurium infusion and concomitant corticosteroid therapy
    V Fodale
    Section of Anesthesia and Intensive Care Unit, Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, I 98125 Messina, Italy
    Br J Anaesth 92:289-93. 2004
    ..Clinical symptoms and electrophysiological examinations supported the diagnosis of acute motor axonal polyneuropathy related to concomitant administration of cisatracurium and corticosteroid therapy...
  13. ncbi Propofol infusion syndrome: an overview of a perplexing disease
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Department of Neurosciences, Psychiatric and Anaesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
    Drug Saf 31:293-303. 2008
    ..So, PRIS must be kept in mind as a rare, but highly lethal, complication of propofol use, not necessarily confined to its prolonged use. Furthermore, the safe dosage of propofol may need re-evaluation, and new studies are needed...
  14. ncbi Transcranial Doppler and anesthetics
    V Fodale
    Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
    Acta Anaesthesiol Scand 51:839-47. 2007
    ..The purpose of this review is to present the basic concepts of the TCD technique and the effects on cerebral hemodynamics of the most popular anesthetic drugs evaluated using TCD ultrasonography...
  15. ncbi Remifentanil and the brain
    V Fodale
    Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
    Acta Anaesthesiol Scand 52:319-26. 2008
    ..The aim of the present concise review is to survey available up-to-date information on the effects of remifentanil on the central nervous system...
  16. ncbi Genotoxic effects of anesthetic agents
    V Fodale
    University of Messina, Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, Messina, Italy
    Expert Opin Drug Saf 7:447-58. 2008
    ..Preliminary research results indicate that exposure to anesthetics affects health...
  17. ncbi Cerebral haemodynamic changes during propofol-remifentanil or sevoflurane anaesthesia: transcranial Doppler study under bispectral index monitoring
    A Conti
    Department of Neurosciences, Psychiatric and Anaesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G. Martino, via C.Valeria 98125, Messina, Italy
    Br J Anaesth 97:333-9. 2006
    ..CONCLUSIONS: Propofol-remifentanil anaesthesia induced a dose-dependent low-flow state with preserved cerebral autoregulation, whereas sevoflurane at high doses provided a certain degree of luxury perfusion...
  18. ncbi Drugs of anaesthesia and cancer
    Letterio B Santamaria
    Department of Neurosciences, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, Via C Valeria, Messina, Italy
    Surg Oncol 19:63-81. 2010
    ..This kind of knowledge could be a basic valuable support to improve anaesthesia performance and patient safety...
  19. ncbi Genotoxic effects of anesthetic agents: an update
    Daniela Schifilliti
    University of Messina, Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Via C Valeria, Messina, Italy
    Expert Opin Drug Saf 10:891-9. 2011
    ..Further clinical and experimental evidence is warranted...
  20. ncbi Cholinergic central system, Alzheimer's disease, and anesthetics liaison: a vicious circle?
    Daniela Schifilliti
    Department of Neurosciences, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, Policlinico G Martino, Italy
    J Alzheimers Dis 22:35-41. 2010
    ..The implications for anesthesia are also discussed. This knowledge could be valuable to improve anesthesia performance and patient safety...
  21. ncbi Thyroid function, Alzheimer's disease and postoperative cognitive dysfunction: a tale of dangerous liaisons?
    Federica Mafrica
    Department of Neurosciences Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Via Consolare Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy
    J Alzheimers Dis 14:95-105. 2008
    ..Therefore, modifications of thyroid hormones post-surgery, might play a role in the pathogenesis of postoperative cognitive dysfunction...
  22. ncbi Opioids and Down's syndrome
    Federica Mafrica
    Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Italy
    J Opioid Manag 2:93-8. 2006
    ..A clear knowledge of these multiple abnormalities is essential for skillful management of the perioperative period and for a good outcome for patients with Down's syndrome...
  23. ncbi Preanesthetic evaluation and assessment of children with Down's syndrome
    Letterio B Santamaria
    Department of Neurosciences, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, Via C Valeria, Messina, Italy
    ScientificWorldJournal 7:242-51. 2007
    ....
  24. ncbi Anaesthetic-related neuroprotection: intravenous or inhalational agents?
    Daniela Schifilliti
    Department of Neuroscience Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
    CNS Drugs 24:893-907. 2010
    ....
  25. ncbi Effect of tramadol on Bispectral Index during intravenous anaesthesia with propofol and remifentanil
    V Fodale
    Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G. Martino, Messina, Italy
    Anaesth Intensive Care 34:36-9. 2006
    ..The clinical relevance is that tramadol can be safely administered pre- and intraoperatively as pre-emptive or preventive analgesia without modification of the depth of anaesthesia...
  26. ncbi Down subjects and Oriental population share several specific attitudes and characteristics
    Federica Mafrica
    Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, Via Consolare Valeria, 98125 Messina, Italy
    Med Hypotheses 69:438-40. 2007
    ....
  27. ncbi Hypophosphatemia as unusual cause of ARDS in Cushing's syndrome secondary to ectopic CRH production. A case report
    Stefania Mondello
    Department of Internal Medicine, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G Martino, 98125 Messina, Italy
    ScientificWorldJournal 8:138-44. 2008
    ..In conclusion, although rare and associated with specific risk factors, hypophosphatemia should be suspected in patients who develop unexplained ARDS...
  28. ncbi Pain in Down's syndrome
    Federica Mafrica
    Department of Neuroscience, Psychiatric and Anesthesiological Sciences, University of Messina, School of Medicine, Policlinico Universitario G. Martino, 98125 Messina, Italy
    ScientificWorldJournal 6:140-7. 2006
    ....
  29. ncbi Propofol relieves post-extubation laryngospasm in obstetric anesthesia
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Int J Obstet Anesth 13:196-7. 2004
  30. ncbi Coadministration of propofol and midazolam decreases bispectral index value as a result of synergic muscle relaxant action on the motor system
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Anesthesiology 101:799; author reply 800-1. 2004
  31. ncbi Cholinesterase inhibitors, neuromuscular blocking drugs and perioperative memory enhancement
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Anesthesiology 101:1483-4. 2004
  32. ncbi Propofol and remifentanil without muscle relaxants in a patient with myasthenia gravis for emergency surgery
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Can J Anaesth 50:1083-4. 2003
  33. ncbi The inhibition of central nicotinic nAch receptors is the possible cause of prolonged cognitive impairment after anesthesia
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Anesth Analg 97:1207; author reply 1207. 2003
  34. ncbi Killer fentanyl: a lesson from anaesthesiology
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Lancet 368:1237-8. 2006
  35. ncbi Fentanyl are we paying too high a price?
    Vincenzo Fodale
    J Opioid Manag 3:123-6. 2007
  36. ncbi Neuroprotection by erythropoietin administration after experimental traumatic brain injury
    Giovanni Grasso
    Department of Clinical Neurosciences, Neurosurgical Clinic, University of Palermo, Italy
    Brain Res 1182:99-105. 2007
    ..4+/-5.4 mm3 versus 37.1+/-5.3 mm3, P<0.05). EPO, administered in its recombinant form, affords significant neuroprotection in experimental TBI model and may hold promise for future clinical applications...
  37. ncbi In clinical practice, coadministration of sevoflurane or propofol could antagonize remifentanil stimulation of N-methyl-D-aspartate receptors
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Anesthesiology 102:695-6; author reply 696. 2005
  38. ncbi Is overestimation of bispectral index in sedated intensive care unit patients only related to electromyographic activity?
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Anesthesiology 100:746; author reply 746-7. 2004
  39. ncbi Killer fentanyl: is the fear justified?
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Expert Opin Drug Saf 7:213-7. 2008
    ..In the light of possible fatal and nonfatal side effects, the use of fentanyl should be reconsidered, especially in view of the new opioid drugs that are now available...
  40. ncbi The role of erythropoietin in neuroprotection: therapeutic perspectives
    Giovanni Grasso
    Department of Neurosurgery, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy
    Drug News Perspect 20:315-20. 2007
    ..The successful trial using EPO in patients with ischemic stroke and the large body of experimental evidence encourages intensive evaluation of this cytokine to support safe and larger clinical trials in the near future...
  41. ncbi Bispectral Index monitoring for assessment of level of consciousness in brain-injured patients: the journey continues
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Crit Care Med 32:2545-6. 2004
  42. ncbi Neuroprotective properties of xenon and helium in an in vitro model of traumatic brain injury: one small step or one big jump?
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Crit Care Med 36:647-8. 2008
  43. ncbi Neuroprotective potential of erythropoietin and darbepoetin alfa in an experimental model of sciatic nerve injury. Laboratory investigation
    Giovanni Grasso
    Neurosurgical Clinic, Department of Clinical Neurosciences, University of Palermo, Italy
    J Neurosurg Spine 7:645-51. 2007
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  44. ncbi Cholinesterase inhibitors improve survival in experimental sepsis: a new way to activate the cholinergic anti-inflammatory pathway
    Vincenzo Fodale
    Crit Care Med 36:622-3. 2008