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Uncategorized Published - 9 January, 2020    By - Dr Clemens
Overcoming Language Barriers Using an Information Video on Spinal Anesthesia for Cesarean Delivery: Implementation and Impact on Maternal Anxiety

AUTHORS: Purcell-Jones et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: October 2019 – Volume 129 – Issue 4 – p 1137-1143 BACKGROUND:  It is unknown whether the implementation of an information video on spinal anesthesia for cesarean delivery, narrated in a patient’s first language, reduces anxiety, increases satisfaction, and improves doctor–patient communication if there is a language barrier. […]

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Uncategorized Published - 9 January, 2020    By - Dr Clemens
Retrospective Analysis of the Safety and Efficacy of Sugammadex Versus Neostigmine for the Reversal of Neuromuscular Blockade in Children

AUTHORS: Gaver, Renee S. MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: October 2019 – Volume 129 – Issue 4 – p 1124-1129 BACKGROUND:  Sugammadex, with its novel mechanism of action of encapsulation and noncompetitive binding of aminosteroid neuromuscular-blocking agents (rocuronium and vecuronium), may offer distinct advantage to pediatric patients where residual neuromuscular blockade may be poorly […]

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Uncategorized Published - 9 January, 2020    By - Dr Clemens
Effects of Dexmedetomidine on Blood Glucose and Serum Potassium Levels in Children Undergoing General Anesthesia: A Secondary Analysis of Safety Endpoints During a Randomized Controlled Trial

AUTHORS: Görges, Matthias PhD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: October 2019 – Volume 129 – Issue 4 – p 1093-1099 BACKGROUND:  Dexmedetomidine is a highly selective α2-adrenergic agonist, which is increasingly used in pediatric anesthesia and intensive care. Potential adverse effects that have not been rigorously evaluated in children include its effects on blood glucose and […]

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Uncategorized Published - 9 January, 2020    By - Dr Clemens
A Study of Practice Behavior for Endotracheal Intubation Site for Children With Congenital Heart Disease Undergoing Surgery: Impact of Endotracheal Intubation Site on Perioperative Outcomes—An Analysis of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons Congenital Cardiac Anesthesia Society Database

AUTHORS: Greene, Nathaniel H. MD, MHS et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: October 2019 – Volume 129 – Issue 4 – p 1061-1068 BACKGROUND:  In adults undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass surgery, oral intubation is typically preferred over nasal intubation due to reduced risk of sinusitis and infection. In children, nasal intubation is more common and sometimes preferred […]

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Uncategorized Published - 9 January, 2020    By - Dr Clemens
Assessing Rapidity of Recovery After Cancer Surgeries in a Single Overnight Short-Stay Setting

AUTHORS: Assel, Melissa J. MS et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: October 2019 – Volume 129 – Issue 4 – p 1007-1013 BACKGROUND:  In the short-stay surgery setting, where patients remain in hospital for a single overnight at most, it is unclear as to whether postoperative length of stay is a good surrogate for assessing rapidity […]

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