Month: July 2022

Uncategorized Published - 29 July, 2022    By - Dr Clemens
Novel uses of ketamine in the emergency department

DG Journal Club AUTHORS: Brian N Corwell, Sergey M Motov, Natalie Davis, Hong K Kim Expert Opin Drug Saf. 2022 Jul 13 INTRODUCTION : Ketamine is gaining renewed interest among healthcare providers due to its novel clinical applications in the emergency department (ED) setting. AREAS COVERED : This article provides a comprehensive discussion of ketamine’s […]

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Uncategorized Published - 29 July, 2022    By - Dr Clemens
What are the most likely causes of upper back pain?

Author:  Jon Johnson MedicalNewsToday Pain in the upper back is usually the result of poor posture, muscle overuse, or injury. Treatment may include home remedies, such as rest and gentle exercises, or possibly seeing a physical therapist. The upper back is the area between the base of the neck and the bottom of the ribcage. […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 July, 2022    By - Dr Clemens
What to know about headache and nausea

AUTHORS:  Lana Burgess and Hana Ames MedicalNewsToday Nausea and headaches are very common, and they sometimes occur together. A common cause of headache and nausea is migraine, which can also cause dizziness. This article explores the common causes of both headaches and nausea, and some underlying issues that are less common and more serious. It also discusses treatments and ways […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 July, 2022    By - Dr Clemens
What causes lower back and hip pain?

Author:  Rachel Nall, MSN, CRNA MedicalNewsToday When pain in the lower back occurs alongside hip pain, there may be a common cause. Certain health conditions or injuries can affect the nerves in both of these areas. These pains usually occur as a result of overuse or injury, but they can also be a symptom of […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 July, 2022    By - Dr Clemens
Could a dissolving implant revolutionize how we manage pain?

Author:  Annie Lennon MedicalNewsToday Researchers created a rubber band-like device that relieves pain by wrapping around nerves and cooling them down. The device reduces pain sensitivity in rat models of sciatic nerve injury, offering a non-opioid alternative for pain relief. The researchers say that more research is needed before the device can enter human trials. […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 July, 2022    By - Dr Clemens
A Consensus-Driven Revision of the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education Case Log System: Pediatric Anesthesiology Fellowship Education

AUTHORS: Ambardekar, Aditee P. MD, MSEd et al  Anesthesia & Analgesia: June 30, 2022 BACKGROUND: Clinical experiences, quantified by case logs, are an integral part of pediatric anesthesiology fellowship programs. Accreditation of pediatric anesthesiology fellowships by the Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and establishment of case log reporting occurred in 1997 and 2009, respectively. […]

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Uncategorized Published - 27 July, 2022    By - Dr Clemens
Pulse Oximeters Are Less Accurate and Consistent for Black Inpatients

NEJM Journal Watch Bruce Soloway, MD, reviewing Valbuena VSM et al. BMJ 2022 Jul 6 In a large cohort study, pulse oximetry missed hypoxemia more often in Black patients than in white patients. In critical care units, pulse oximeters are less likely to detect hypoxemia in Black patients than in white patients, and undetected hypoxemia is associated with […]

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Uncategorized Published - 27 July, 2022    By - Dr Clemens
The effect of lidocaine patch for postoperative pain

DG Journal Club AUTHORS: Chang-Hoon Koo, Junkyu Kim, Hyo-Seok Na, Jung-Hee Ryu J Clin Anesth. 2022 Jul 2; 81 110918 STUDY OBJECTIVE The role of lidocaine patch (LP) in reducing postoperative pain by local anesthetic absorption has been evaluated in several studies; however, these trials have shown inconsistent results. This meta-analysis aimed to identify the […]

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Uncategorized Published - 27 July, 2022    By - Dr Clemens
Why are some painkillers less effective in females?

Author:  Annie Lennon MedicalNewsToday Male and female bodies are physiologically different in more than one way — from hormone levels to molecular processes. While they may feel similar levels of pain, differing underlying biological processes mean that the same treatment may not work for both. A note about sex and gender Sex and gender exist […]

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Uncategorized Published - 27 July, 2022    By - Dr Clemens
The link between lung cancer and shoulder pain

Authors:  Zawn Villines and Hana Ames MedicalNewsToday Shoulder pain often occurs due to inflammation or muscle injuries. Less frequently, shoulder pain can be a symptom of lung cancer. Although shoulder pain is not a common symptom of lung cancer, any persistent, unexplained pain warrants a visit to a doctor for further investigation. This article explains the links between […]

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