Authors: Kuroda I, Fujita A, Okumura Y, et al. Cureus 16(12): e76555. doi:10.7759/cureus.76555 Abstract Sotos syndrome is a genetic disorder characterized by distinct facial features, intellectual disability, and overgrowth. In this case, a patient with Sotos syndrome presented with severe intellectual disability, for which general anesthesia was initially considered. However, at the request of the […]
Read MoreAuthors: Jacqueline M. Morano, MD, FASA; Jamie L. Uejima, MD Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation Volume 40, No. 1 • February 2025 Anesthesia professionals are encountering patients with non-cardiac implantable electrical devices (NCIED) with increasing frequency. These devices are otherwise known as neurologic stimulators and include, but are not limited to spinal cord stimulators (SCS), deep brain […]
Read MoreWe’re excited to announce the formation of a new anesthesia group in Riverdale, GA, located just 10 minutes from the Atlanta Airport. We’re seeking dedicated CRNAs to join our collaborative care team, which will include 4 full-time CRNAs and 2 anesthesiologists managing 4 operating rooms. This is a 25% independent practice and doing own blocks! […]
Read MoreIf you’re an anesthesiologist searching for a balanced lifestyle and rewarding work, you’ll want to check out this opportunity. Our all-anesthesiologist group is seeking a dedicated team member to join our collaborative practice. Position Highlights: Zero Call for 3 Weeks: Enjoy three weeks of no call duty, followed by one week of call. Even during […]
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Read MoreAUTHORS: Markham, Travis MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(2):p 280-289, February 2025. BACKGROUND: The difficult airway is frequently encountered across many scenarios. The extreme form is a “cannot intubate and cannot oxygenate” scenario, which lacks a reliable rescue technique. Previous case reports or studies with small sample sizes indicate the feasibility and efficiency of an […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Deng, Xialin MSc et al Anesthesia & Analgesia December 2024. BACKGROUND: Timely and effective analgesia after tonsillectomy in children is crucial, but there is currently no consensus on the optimal analgesics. This analysis aimed to identify the most effective for this surgery. METHODS: We conducted a systematic review and network meta-analysis (random-effects model) of […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Do, Veena M. BS et al Anesthesia & Analgesia December 2024. BACKGROUND: This study examined the association between opioid-use disorder (OUD)-related diagnoses (eg, opioid dependence) and social determinants of health (SDoH) among patients with chronic pain. METHODS: A cross-sectional study was performed using the All of Us dataset (including >70,000 patients) to measure associations […]
Read MoreIf you’re an anesthesiologist searching for a balanced lifestyle and rewarding work, you’ll want to check out this opportunity. Our all-anesthesiologist group is seeking a dedicated team member to join our collaborative practice. Position Highlights: Zero Call for 3 Weeks: Enjoy three weeks of no call duty, followed by one week of call. Even during […]
Read MoreWe’re excited to announce the formation of a new anesthesia group in Riverdale, GA, located just 10 minutes from the Atlanta Airport. We’re seeking dedicated CRNAs to join our collaborative care team, which will include 4 full-time CRNAs and 2 anesthesiologists managing 4 operating rooms. This is a 25% independent practice and doing own blocks! […]
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