Mishra S, Dubey N, Verma A, et al. Cureus. 2025;17(7):e88714. doi:10.7759/cureus.88714 This randomized controlled study compared the hemodynamic effects of fractionated versus bolus dosing of hyperbaric bupivacaine for spinal anesthesia in 60 elderly patients undergoing lower limb surgery. Group B received a single bolus dose, while Group F received the same total volume in two […]
Read MoreSandeep G, Singha S K, Nazir S, et al. Cureus. 2025;17(7):e88726. doi:10.7759/cureus.88726 This case report describes the use of a clavipectoral fascial plane block (CPFB) as the sole anesthetic technique for permanent pacemaker insertion in a patient with severe claustrophobia and a history of polysubstance abuse. Given the elevated risks of systemic sedation—including respiratory depression […]
Read MoreAgcaoili G A, Schooley K V, Johnson-Gray E, et al. Cureus. 2025;17(7):e88728. doi:10.7759/cureus.88728 This case report highlights a rare but life-threatening complication of pregnancy: disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) following intrauterine fetal demise due to placental abruption. A 37-year-old woman presented with heavy vaginal bleeding and fetal demise at 32 weeks’ gestation. She rapidly developed signs […]
Read MoreGoyal V, Varshney A, Pahade A Cureus. 2025;17(7):e88742. doi:10.7759/cureus.88742 This retrospective study examined the impact of autologous blood transfusion using the acute normovolemic hemodilution (ANH) technique in 59 patients undergoing open heart procedures. Patients were divided into two groups: one receiving autologous transfusion and the other not. While patients in the autologous group had higher […]
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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