Author: Dr Clemens

Uncategorized Published - 28 January, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Undergoing General Anesthesia: A Narrative Review

Authors: Alnsour T M, Altawili M, Alghuraybi S A, et al. Cureus 17(1): e77728. doi:10.7759/cureus.77728 January 20, 2025 Abstract General anesthesia is a critical component of surgical procedures, requiring effective ventilation strategies to ensure adequate oxygenation and prevent complications. This narrative review aims to compare various ventilation techniques used during general anesthesia, focusing on their […]

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Uncategorized Published - 27 January, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
The Impact of Administering Human Plasma Protein Fraction 5% (PPF5%) in Major Liver Resection Surgeries

Authors: Hammad Y, Kassas H, Tageldin T, et al. Cureus 17(1): e77824. January 22, 2025 Introduction Albumin substantially influences the acid-base equilibrium within the human body and the regulation of acid-base homeostasis. The precise role of albumin remains a subject of debate. Human plasma protein fraction 5% (PPF5%) (Octapharma Pharmazeutika Produktionsgesellschaft m.b.H., Vienna, Austria) contains […]

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Uncategorized Published - 27 January, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Developing an EEG-based model to predict awakening after cardiac arrest using partial processing with the BIS Engine

Authors: Snider, Samuel B. MD et al Anesthesiology January 09, 2025. Introduction: Accurate prognostication in comatose survivors of cardiac arrest is a challenging and high-stakes endeavor. We sought to determine whether internal EEG subparameters extracted by the Bispectral Index (BIS) monitor, a device commonly used to estimate depth-of-anesthesia intraoperatively, could be repurposed to predict recovery […]

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Uncategorized Published - 27 January, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Join Our New CRNA Team in 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 - 27 January, 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 - 27 January, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Impaired macroscopic CSF flow by sevoflurane in humans – both during and after anesthesia

Authors: Zimmermann, Juliana et al Anesthesiology January 08, 2025. Background: According to the model of the glymphatic system, the directed flow of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) is a driver of waste clearance from the brain. In sleep, glymphatic transport is enhanced, but it is unclear how it is affected by anesthesia. Animal research indicates partially opposing […]

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Uncategorized Published - 27 January, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
A Case of the Utility of Viscoelastic Testing for the Management of the Impella Device in Heparin Anticoagulation

Authors: Kometani S, Watanabe E, Takei T, et al. Cureus 17(1): e77917. January 24, 2025 Abstract The main anticoagulant therapy with Impella is unfractionated heparin (UFH), with manufacturers recommending a target therapeutic range of 160-180 seconds for activated clotting time (ACT). However, the ACT assay does not have uniform criteria, and many available devices contain […]

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Uncategorized Published - 27 January, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Welsh Carson Settles Anesthesia Anti-Competition Allegations

 Author: Katherine Hamilton Dow Jones Newswires Private equity firm Welsh, Carson, Anderson, and Stowe settled allegations it suppressed competition and drove up prices for anesthesiology services in Texas. The Federal Trade Commission said Friday that Welsh Carson is required to limit its involvement with U.S. Anesthesia Partners, an affiliate through which the firm was allegedly […]

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Uncategorized Published - 24 January, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Does Management of Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting Differ by Patient Demographics?

Authors: Goldson, Kareem V. MD et al Anesthesiology January 09, 2025. Background: Disparities in postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) and its prophylaxis may exist based on race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status (SES). Our objective was to evaluate whether patients from racial and ethnic minority groups and patients from lower SES backgrounds received less appropriate PONV […]

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Uncategorized Published - 24 January, 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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