Kyoung-Ji Lim
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Kyoung-Ji Lim is a clinical anesthesiologist whose research focuses on intraoperative monitoring and the safety of emerging surgical technologies. Her most cited work, a 2011 case report, identifies a critical pitfall in robotic thyroidectomy: the inappropriate elevation of bispectral index (BIS) values when using an electromyographic endotracheal tube (EMG tube). This finding, cited 9 times, is significant for anesthesiologists who rely on BIS to gauge depth of anesthesia, as it warns that EMG activity from laryngeal monitoring can artifactually inflate BIS readings, risking inadequate anesthesia if misinterpreted. By documenting this interaction between monitoring devices, Lim has contributed to safer anesthetic management in robot-assisted surgeries, a rapidly growing field. Her work underscores the importance of understanding equipment cross-talk in complex procedures. While her citation count is modest, the practical impact of her observation is notable for clinicians navigating the integration of advanced surgical and monitoring technologies. Lim’s research exemplifies how a single, well-documented case can alert practitioners to a hidden hazard, enhancing patient safety in the operating room.
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