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Uncategorized Published - 13 September, 2021    By - Dr Clemens
Depression explains the association between pain intensity and pain interference among adults with neurofibromatosis

DG Journal Club AUTHORS: James D Doorley, Jonathan Greenberg et al. J Neurooncol. 2021 Aug 19 INTRODUCTION Neurofibromatoses (NFs; NF1, NF2 and Schwannomatosis) are incurable genetic syndromes characterized by nerve sheath tumors and often accompanied by substantial emotional distress (e.g., depression and anxiety). Pain is also common but understudied in adults with NF and interferes […]

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Uncategorized Published - 13 September, 2021    By - Dr Clemens
A Retrospective Analysis Demonstrates That a Failure to Document Key Comorbid Diseases in the Anesthesia Preoperative Evaluation Associates With Increased Length of Stay and Mortality

AUTHORS: Hofer, Ira S. MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: September 2021 – Volume 133 – Issue 3 – p 698-706 BACKGROUND:  The introduction of electronic health records (EHRs) has helped physicians access relevant medical information on their patients. However, the design of EHRs can make it hard for clinicians to easily find, review, and document […]

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Uncategorized Published - 10 September, 2021    By - Dr Clemens
REsidual Neuromuscular Block Prediction Score Versus Train-of-Four Ratio and Respiratory Outcomes

AUTHORS: Patrocínio, Maria D. MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: September 2021 – Volume 133 – Issue 3 – p 610-619 BACKGROUND:  Residual neuromuscular blockade is associated with an increased incidence of postoperative respiratory complications. The REsidual neuromuscular block Prediction Score (REPS) identifies patients at high risk for residual neuromuscular blockade after surgery. METHODS: A total […]

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Uncategorized Published - 10 September, 2021    By - Dr Clemens
Prenatal Exposure to General Anesthesia and Childhood Behavioral Deficit

AUTHORS: Ing, Caleb MD, MS et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: September 2021 – Volume 133 – Issue 3 – p 595-605 BACKGROUND:  Exposure to surgery and anesthesia in early childhood has been found to be associated with an increased risk of behavioral deficits. While the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has warned against prenatal exposure […]

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Uncategorized Published - 10 September, 2021    By - Dr Clemens
Associations Between Preoperative Biomarkers and Cardiac Surgery–Associated Acute Kidney Injury in Elderly Patients

AUTHORS: Verwijmeren, Lisa MD, PhD et al  Anesthesia & Analgesia: September 2021 – Volume 133 – Issue 3 – p 570-577 BACKGROUND:  Acute kidney injury (AKI) is associated with mortality after cardiac surgery. Novel risk factors may improve identification of patients at risk for renal injury. The authors evaluated the association between preoperative biomarkers that reflect […]

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