Autuors: Evangelia Akoumianaki, M.D., Ph.D. et al Anesthesiology September 2024, Vol. 141, 541–553. Background Patient–ventilator dyssynchrony is frequently observed during assisted mechanical ventilation. However, the effects of expiratory muscle contraction on patient–ventilator interaction are underexplored. The authors hypothesized that active expiration would affect patient–ventilator interaction and they tested their hypothesis in a mixed cohort of invasively […]
Read MoreAuthors: Bing-Cheng Zhao, M.D. et al Anesthesiology September 2024, Vol. 141, 475–488. Background Patients undergoing noncardiac surgery have varying risk of cardiovascular complications. This study evaluated preoperative N-terminal pro–B-type natriuretic peptide (NT-proBNP) and high-sensitivity cardiac troponin T to enhance cardiovascular events prediction for major noncardiac surgery. Methods This prospective cohort study included adult patients with cardiovascular […]
Read MoreAnesthesiology September 2024, Vol. 141, A13–A15. A body-brain circuit that regulates body inflammatory responses. Nature 2024; 630:695–703. PMID: 38692285. Previous work has shown the significance of electrical stimulation of the vagal nerve to attenuate inflammation. To decipher how the brain regulates the body’s immune response, activities of neurons in the brain stems of mice were monitored […]
Read MoreAuthors: Benjamin Bergis, M.D., M.Sc. et al Anesthesiology September 2024, Vol. 141, 554–565. Background Hemorrhagic shock (HS) and rhabdomyolysis (RM) are two important risk factors for acute kidney injury after severe trauma; however, the effects of the combination of RM and HS on kidney function are unknown. The purpose of this study was to determine the […]
Read MoreAuthor: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review Average anesthesiologist pay jumped $10,000 in the last year, according to AMN Healthcare’s 2024, “Review of Physician and Advanced Practitioner Recruiting Incentives.” How anesthesiologist salary has changed in 6 years The 2024 review is based on a sample of 2,138 physicians and advanced practice providers between April 1, 2023 […]
Read MoreAs we enjoy the barbecues, parades, and relaxation with our family and friends on Labor Day, let’s also remember the holiday’s deeper meaning. It’s a day to honor the dignity of work and the workers who continue to build, sustain, and move our nation forward. Happy Labor Day! Please have fun and be safe!
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