The intention of the workshop is to cover the relevant electrophysiology of the brain, how the drugs we give as anaesthetists (including volatiles!) alter the EEG and how the evolution of pEEG is allowing anaesthetists to increase their confidence in delivering safe and personalised anaesthesia to their patients. The workshop will go "behind the number" looking at the raw EEG trace, power spectral analysis and density spectral array.

Covering: Revision of density spectral array and drug effects. The EEG in the aging and developing brains. Burst suppression and brain vulnerability. EEG sensor placement and montages. Pro:Con of all pEEG systems. Recommendations for set up and interpretation. Clinical cases will be used throughout. It is anticipated that participants routinely use pEEG in their practice and are familiar with the basic terminology and pattern recognition of raw and processed EEG parameters.

During this workshop the facilitators will explain the background, rationale and development process of the Eleveld propofol model. The strengths and limitations will be discussed, as will pitfalls and practical tips for optimal use. To facilitate interaction attendees are encouraged to prepare questions, share their own experiences, and to interrupt the facilitator frequently.

The workshop will be facilitated by Paediatric Anaesthetists from across the UK.  As default TIVA users in our own paediatric practice, we are enthusiastic to share our knowledge and experience with others.

As a group we aim to educate, provide support and resources to anaesthetists, of all grades and experience, who wish to incorporate TIVA for children into their clinical practice.

In this workshop we will explain some of the reasons why we choose TIVA in children, how to get started, cover some elements of paediatric TCI models, include some practical guides to help with clinical decision making and share case examples. 

This workshop is aimed at anaesthetists yet to pass the FRCA, and will cover the theoretical and practical aspects of TIVA, pitched to both Primary and Final examinations. There will be plenty of additional exam tips revealed, to make passing the FRCA as easy as possible!