Month: March 2025

Uncategorized Published - 17 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Peripheral Nerve Block vs. Intra-Articular Block

Radius Anesthesia Peripheral nerve blocks and intra-articular blocks are two common pain management techniques used in various clinical settings. Peripheral nerve blocks are a type of regional anesthesia that involve injecting local anesthetics and other painkillers near specific nerves or groups of nerves. The mechanism of action temporarily numbs the targeted nerves, effectively blocking pain […]

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Uncategorized Published - 17 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Postoperative Aspiration Pneumonia Among Adults Using GLP-1 Receptor Agonists

Authors: Yuan-Hsin Chen, MD, MPH et al  JAMA Netw Open. 2025;8(3):e250081. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2025.0081 Key PointsQuestion  Is preoperative use of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) associated with respiratory surgical complications? Findings  In this cohort study including 366 476 individuals undergoing common surgical procedures, patients taking GLP-1 RAs had no significant differences in odds of postoperative aspiration pneumonia compared with patients […]

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Uncategorized Published - 17 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
We need a great CRNA to join our new anesthesia team Riverdale, GA!

We’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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Uncategorized Published - 17 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Discover The Best Anesthesiologist Opportunity in New Mexico

If 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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Uncategorized Published - 17 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
CMS issues Stark law guidance for physician-owned hospital

Author: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review Law firm McGuireWoods has secured a CMS Stark law advisory opinion for a physician-owned hospital seeking to relocate eight miles from its current site and add an emergency department, according to a news release from the law firm. CMS determined that the relocated hospital would still qualify for the whole hospital […]

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Uncategorized Published - 17 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Distinct effects of sevoflurane and propofol on vascular permeability in vitro and in a mouse model

Author: Li, Ru Ph.D. et al  Anesthesiology March 05, 2025. Background: General anesthetics may substantially influence endothelium function, potentially affecting outcomes of surgical patients, but their effects are unclear. Here, we studied a commonly used inhaled anesthetic, sevoflurane, and an intravenous anesthetic, propofol, on vascular endothelial permeability using multiple in vitro assays and a mouse model. Methods: […]

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Uncategorized Published - 17 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Randomized, Single-Blind Comparison of Two Different Flow Rates of Sevoflurane Anesthesia on Acute Kidney Injury

Authors: Karim H R, Singha S K, Panda C K, et al. Cureus March 2025 Background: Prolonged sevoflurane-based low-flow anaesthesia (LFA) is often not advised for clinical use due to acute kidney injury (AKI) risk. However, LFA has multitudes of advantages, and surveys on anesthesia practice indicate that the use of LFA, even with sevoflurane, […]

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Uncategorized Published - 14 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Factors Affecting the Time to Postoperative Recovery of Consciousness in Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery With Cardiopulmonary Bypass

Authors: Tomino M, Maeda R, Harada K, et al. Cureus March 2025 Abstract Introduction: The causes of delayed recovery of consciousness from anesthesia after cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass are diverse and often related to multiple factors. This study investigated the factors affecting the time to recovery of consciousness in patients undergoing cardiac surgery with […]

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Uncategorized Published - 14 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Safety and Myths About Anesthesia: What You Need to Know Before Surgery

Author: Cardiac Anesthesilogist The word “anesthesia” often sparks anxiety before surgery. Will you wake up on time? Is it safe for your health? Could it harm you in the long run? Countless myths surround anesthesiology, fueling fears and doubts about modern medical practices. In this article, we’ll debunk the most common misconceptions about anesthesia, explore […]

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Uncategorized Published - 14 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Unraveling the Cause of Perioperative Anaphylaxis: The Role of Patent Blue Dye and Midazolam

Authors: Lagarteira B, Flor de Lima M, Bento M, et al. Cureus March 2025 Abstract We report a case of anaphylactic shock in a patient scheduled for a left mastectomy with sentinel lymph node biopsy who was found to be allergic to both midazolam and patent blue dye. This case underscores the occurrence of dual drug […]

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