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Authors: Landau R et al. Anesthesiology 144(4):749–751, April 2026 Summary:This editorial examines the persistent problem of intraoperative pain during cesarean delivery despite the widespread use of neuraxial anesthesia. Drawing on a large prospective multicenter study of nearly 3,700 patients across North America, the authors highlight that approximately 1 in 13 patients report pain during cesarean […]
Read MoreAuthor: Mark D. Neuman, MD, M.Sc, Editor Anesthesiology, April 2026 Summary:This study identifies the parabrachial nucleus as a central control hub for persistent pain. Using advanced imaging and electrophysiologic techniques in mice, researchers demonstrated that specific neuronal populations within the parabrachial region encode and sustain chronic pain signals even after the initial injury has resolved. […]
Read MoreHere are 3 meaningful malpractice/tort law changes going into 2026 that actually matter for physicians and anesthesia groups (not fluff): 1. New Mexico – Major malpractice reform (HB 99 + related bills) New Mexico passed a 2026 malpractice reform package (HB 99) aimed at stabilizing the physician market. Key changes: Caps and limits on damages […]
Read MoreAuthors: Ilfeld BM et al. Anesthesiology, March 23, 2026, 10.1097/ALN.0000000000006059 Summary This small in vivo descriptive study examined a key practical issue in cryoneurolysis: whether tissue surrounding a cryoprobe actually reaches the therapeutic temperature range required for effective and reversible nerve ablation. While the cryoprobe’s returning argon gas reaches extremely low temperatures (often below -80°C), […]
Read MoreAuthor: Elise Reuter Medtechdive Dive Brief: Medtronic said Tuesday that it has struck a distribution agreement for a back pain treatment made by Merit Medical. The agreement is focused on a basivertebral nerve ablation system to target chronic vertebrogenic lower back pain, a type of low back pain caused by damage to the vertebral endplates. Medtronic plans […]
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