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Author: Michael Vlessides Anesthesiology News Intraoperative hyperglycemia is independently associated with postoperative delirium but not postoperative cognitive dysfunction, according to the results of a new study. The German researchers behind the trial also found that the relative time spent in hyperglycemia may play a role in the development of postoperative delirium. “We know that postoperative […]
Read MoreThe U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now recommending that virtually all American adults undergo screening for hepatitis C, citing data that shows the number of cases nationally has tripled since 2009. In two separate reports released Thursday, the agency estimated that more than 50,000 Americans were diagnosed with the acute form of the virus, […]
Read MoreAuthor: Anna DeNelsky Anesthesiology News Data from the Opioid Safety Initiative implemented at the Veterans Health Administration revealed that a reduction in patients’ prescription opioids after knee replacement surgery did not translate to a significant improvement in pain scores, according to new research published in Anesthesiology (2019;131[2]:369-380). Chronic pain is frequent in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty […]
Read MoreAuthors: Oscar D. Zamorano, DO et al Anesthesiology News Case Report Introduction Occipital nerve blocks into the C2-C3 facet joint have proven to be a safe and effective form of treatment for occipital neuralgia.1 The third occipital nerve crosses the C2-C3 joint opposite the C3 superior articular process at its center.2 Direct complications from cervical facet joint […]
Read MoreAuthor: Michael Vlessides Anesthesiology News Anesthesiology residents have to contend with myriad stressors, from demanding work schedules to sleepless nights. Now, a new study by a team of Brown University researchers has identified a new challenge: the risk for lawsuits. The review of malpractice claims involving anesthesia residents and fellows concluded that residents in the […]
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