Author: Dr Clemens

Uncategorized Published - 25 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Vasoplegic Syndrome Following Bypass

Authors: Torrez J P, Otsuki D A, Zeferino S P, et al. Cureus Jan 2025 Abstract Following cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) surgery, patients may experience vasoplegic or vasogenic shock syndrome. This condition has a variable incidence, reaching up to 44% in high-risk patients, with mortality rates ranging from 30% to 50%, primarily due to multiple organ […]

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Uncategorized Published - 25 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Early Recognition of Hypermagnesemia-Induced Prolonged Muscle Relaxation and Delayed Arousal Through Ionized Magnesium Measurement

Authors: Okada A, Kato T, Okubo K, et al. Cureus March 2025 Abstract Hypermagnesemia is often iatrogenic and special attention is required in patients taking magnesium oxide, particularly those with impaired renal function or gastrointestinal obstruction. We report a case of a 60-year-old man who developed obstructive ileus due to sigmoid colon cancer. He had been […]

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Uncategorized Published - 24 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Intravenous Sedation in a Patient With Sotos Syndrome and Intellectual Disability: A Case Report

Authors:Kuroda I, Fujita A, Okumura Y, et al. Cureus Jan 2025 Abstract Sotos syndrome is a genetic disorder characterized by distinct facial features, intellectual disability, and overgrowth. In this case, a patient with Sotos syndrome presented with severe intellectual disability, for which general anesthesia was initially considered. However, at the request of the patient’s guardian, […]

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Uncategorized Published - 24 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Donation After Circulatory Death Liver Transplantation: Impact of Normothermic Machine Perfusion on Key Variables

AUTHORS: Stoker, Alexander D. MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(3):p 687-696, March 2025. BACKGROUND: During orthotopic liver transplantation, allograft reperfusion is a dynamic point in the operation and often requires vasoactive medications and blood transfusions. Normothermic machine perfusion (NMP) of liver allografts has emerged to increase the number of transplantable organs and may have utility […]

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Uncategorized Published - 24 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Socioeconomic, Patient, and Hospital Determinants for the Utilization of Peripheral Nerve Blocks in Total Joint Arthroplasty

AUTHORS: Bonsel, Joshua M. MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(3):p 675-686, March 2025. BACKGROUND: While peripheral nerve blocks (PNBs) are associated with various improved outcomes in patients undergoing total hip or knee arthroplasty (THA/TKA), disparities in PNB utilization have been reported. This study assessed the importance of socioeconomic, demographic, clinical, and hospital determinants in explaining […]

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Uncategorized Published - 24 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Discover The Best Anesthesiologist Opportunity in New Mexico

If 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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Uncategorized Published - 24 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Links Between Cellular Energy Metabolism and Pain Sensation

Authors: Li, Xiongjuan MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(3):p 616-627, March 2025 Abstract One of the functions of organism cells is to maintain energy homeostasis to promote metabolism and adapt to the environment. The 3 major pathways of cellular energy metabolism are glycolysis, the tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation (OXPHOS). Neurons, astrocytes, and […]

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Uncategorized Published - 24 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
We need a great CRNA to join our new anesthesia team Riverdale, GA!

We’re excited to announce the formation of a new anesthesia group in Riverdale, GA, located just 10 minutes from the Atlanta Airport. We’re seeking dedicated CRNAs to join our collaborative care team, which will include 4 full-time CRNAs and 2 anesthesiologists managing 4 operating rooms.  This is a 25% independent practice and doing own blocks! […]

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Uncategorized Published - 24 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Peripartum Respiratory Failure in a Patient With Severe Preeclampsia

Authors: Ntioudi M, Gelatou S, Karypidou V, et al. Cureus Feb 2025 Abstract Preeclampsia is a major hypertensive disorder of pregnancy associated with increased maternal, fetal, and neonatal risks. Acute respiratory failure, though rare, is a severe complication that may arise due to preeclampsia or unrelated medical conditions. We present a case of a 23-year-old […]

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Uncategorized Published - 21 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Mortality 30, 60, and 90 Days After Discharge Is Greater in Patients Who Experienced Postoperative Respiratory Depression and Pulmonary Complication

Authors: Raffa R B, Pergolizzi J V, Dungan G C, et al. Cureus March 2025 Abstract Upon the induction of general anesthesia, a predictable sequence of physiological changes occurs within the respiratory and neuromuscular systems. The sequelae of these changes include an assortment of postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs), including postoperative respiratory depression (PORD), that are […]

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