Month: June 2018

Uncategorized Published - 29 June, 2018    By - Dr Clemens
The Pediatric Anesthesiology Workforce: Projecting Supply and Trends 2015–2035

AUTHORS: Muffly, Matthew, K., MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: February 2018 – Volume 126 – Issue 2 – p 568–578 BACKGROUND: A workforce analysis was conducted to predict whether the projected future supply of pediatric anesthesiologists is balanced with the requirements of the inpatient pediatric population. The specific aims of our analysis were to (1) project […]

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Uncategorized Published - 29 June, 2018    By - Dr Clemens
The Effect of Glycopyrrolate on the Incidence of Hypotension and Vasopressor Requirement During Spinal Anesthesia for Cesarean Delivery: A Meta-analysis

AUTHORS: Patel, Selina, D., BMedSci, MBBS, FRCA et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: February 2018 – Volume 126 – Issue 2 – p 552–558 BACKGROUND: The objective of this meta-analysis was to determine the efficacy of glycopyrrolate at reducing spinal hypotension during cesarean delivery. METHODS: A literature search was performed to identify randomized controlled trials investigating the effect of […]

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Uncategorized Published - 29 June, 2018    By - Dr Clemens
The Analgesic Effect of Ultrasound-Guided Quadratus Lumborum Block After Cesarean Delivery: A Randomized Clinical Trial

AUTHORS: Krohg, Anders, MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: February 2018 – Volume 126 – Issue 2 – p 559–565 BACKGROUND: Landmark and ultrasound-guided transversus abdominis plane blocks have demonstrated an opioid-sparing effect postoperatively after cesarean delivery. The more posterior quadratus lumborum (QL) might provide superior local anesthetic spread to the thoracolumbar fascia and paravertebral space. The […]

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Uncategorized Published - 29 June, 2018    By - Dr Clemens
Labor Analgesia Onset With Dural Puncture Epidural Versus Traditional Epidural Using a 26-Gauge Whitacre Needle and 0.125% Bupivacaine Bolus: A Randomized Clinical Trial

AUTHORS: Wilson, Sylvia, H., MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: February 2018 – Volume 126 – Issue 2 – p 545–551 BACKGROUND: Lumbar epidurals (LEs) provide excellent analgesia. Combined spinal epidural and dural puncture epidural (DPE) are 2 techniques to expedite neuraxial analgesia onset. In DPE, dura is punctured but medication is not administered in the cerebrospinal […]

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Uncategorized Published - 29 June, 2018    By - Dr Clemens
Randomized Controlled Trial of the Clinical Efficacy of Multiport Versus Uniport Wire-Reinforced Flexible Catheters for Labor Epidural Analgesia

AUTHORS: Philip, John, MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: February 2018 – Volume 126 – Issue 2 – p 537–544 BACKGROUND: The purpose of this prospective, randomized, controlled trial was to determine whether multiple ports improve the analgesic efficacy of wire-reinforced flexible catheters used for labor epidural analgesia (LEA). METHODS: Six hundred fifty laboring patients were randomized to […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 June, 2018    By - Dr Clemens
Combined thoracic paravertebral and pectoral nerve blocks for breast surgery under sedation: a prospective observational case series

Authors: A. Pawa et al Anaesthesia Volume 73 Issue 4 April 2018 pages 438-443 Summary Avoidance of general anaesthesia for breast surgery may be because of clinical reasons or patient choice. There is emerging evidence that the use of regional anaesthesia and the avoidance of volatile anaesthetics and opioid analgesia may have beneficial effects on oncological […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 June, 2018    By - Dr Clemens
Association Between Handover of Anesthesia Care and Adverse Postoperative Outcomes Among Patients Undergoing Major Surgery

Authors: Philip M Jones, MD, MSc et al JAMA. 2018;319(2):143-153.  Key Points Question  Is there an association between complete intraoperative handover of anesthesia care and adverse postoperative outcomes? Findings  In this retrospective cohort study that included 313 066 adults undergoing major surgery, complete intraoperative handover of anesthesia care compared with no handover was significantly associated with a higher risk […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 June, 2018    By - Dr Clemens
Epidural Space Identification With Loss of Resistance Technique for Epidural Analgesia During Labor: A Randomized Controlled Study Using Air or Saline—New Arguments for an Old Controversy

AUTHORS: Brogly, Nicolas, MD, PhD, DESAR, DESA et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: February 2018 – Volume 126 – Issue 2 – p 532–536 BACKGROUND: The best technique to identify the epidural space for labor analgesia is still unclear despite the publication of various randomized controlled studies and meta-analyses. Our aim was to assess the superiority of the […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 June, 2018    By - Dr Clemens
Low- Versus High-Chloride Content Intravenous Solutions for Critically Ill and Perioperative Adult Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

AUTHORS: Kawano-Dourado, Leticia, MD  et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: February 2018 – Volume 126 – Issue 2 – p 513–521 BACKGROUND: To assess whether use of low-chloride solutions in unselected critically ill or perioperative adult patients for maintenance or resuscitation reduces mortality and renal replacement therapy (RRT) use when compared to high-chloride fluids. METHODS: Systematic review and meta-analysis […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 June, 2018    By - Dr Clemens
Variability in the Use of Protective Mechanical Ventilation During General Anesthesia

AUTHORS: Ladha, Karim, S., MD, MSc et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: February 2018 – Volume 126 – Issue 2 – p 503–512 BACKGROUND: The purpose of this study was to determine whether significant variation exists in the use of protective ventilation across individual anesthesia providers and whether this difference can be explained by patient, procedure, and provider-related […]

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