David Sohm

University of St.Gallen

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About

David Sohm is a leading anesthesiology researcher whose work focuses on optimizing perioperative respiratory management, particularly in high-risk surgical populations. His key research areas include intraoperative ventilation strategies for obese patients, robotic surgery anesthesia, and hemodynamic monitoring during complex procedures. Sohm’s most notable contribution is his pioneering investigation of flow-controlled ventilation in extremely obese patients undergoing robot-assisted bariatric surgery—a challenging clinical scenario where altered respiratory mechanics and high intrathoracic pressures often compromise both oxygenation and hemodynamic stability. His 2025 case report, which has already garnered 2 citations shortly after publication, provides critical insights into balancing adequate ventilation with cardiovascular function in this vulnerable population. This work addresses a significant gap in perioperative medicine, as standard ventilation techniques frequently fail to prevent hypoxia or hemodynamic collapse during prolonged robotic procedures. Sohm’s research has direct implications for improving patient safety and outcomes in bariatric surgery, a field experiencing rapid growth worldwide. His findings are increasingly referenced by clinicians and researchers seeking evidence-based strategies to manage the complex interplay between mechanical ventilation, patient positioning, and cardiovascular physiology.

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🏆 Most Cited Paper
Enhanced Ventilation Strategies in Bariatric Surgery: A Case Report of Flow-Controlled Ventilation in an Extremely Obese Patient Undergoing Robot-Assisted Bariatric Surgery
2 citations · 2025
📈 Most Prolific Year: 2025 (1 Papers)
🤝 Key Collaborators: 2
🏛 Institutions: University of St.Gallen

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