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Trendelenburg<br />

<strong>The</strong> trendelenburg position indicates a head-down tilt. It can be used when the patient is in<br />

the supine or lithotomy positions to facilitate surgical exposure. It is commonly used during<br />

gynecologic surgery.<br />

<strong>The</strong> trendelenburg position increases venous return to the heart. As well, it decreases lung<br />

compliance due to upwards pressure (from the abdominal contents) on the diaphragm.<br />

Related Glossary Terms<br />

Lithotomy, Supine<br />

Index<br />

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Chapter 3 - General <strong>Anesthesia</strong>

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