Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review The California Association of Nurse Anesthesiology has sued the California Department of Public Health and the Office of Administrative Law. The suit alleges that state regulations improperly bar certified registered nurse anesthetists from serving on hospital medical staff. CANA filed the complaint Oct. 1 in San Francisco County Superior Court, […]
Read MoreAuthors Ajal Loueian M, Madhusuthanan A, Abucha J M, et al. Cureus 18(10): e118049. doi:10.7759/cureus.118049 Abstract Perioperative anemia is a common occurrence in patients undergoing surgery. The severity and cause of anemia can vary in different clinical settings. Anemia can complicate surgical patients and adversely affect the recovery of these individuals after surgery. Some of […]
Read MoreAuthors Chahboun B, Majit A, Kaba O, et al. Cureus 18(10): e118204. doi:10.7759/cureus.118204 Abstract Hemorrhagic stroke is rare in children but carries a substantial risk of mortality and long-term neurological disability. Its presentation may be nonspecific, with seizures and impaired consciousness potentially mimicking infectious or metabolic disorders. We report the case of an eight-year-old girl […]
Read MoreAuthors Saring N, Ado P, Sanyal R Cureus 18(10): e118357. doi:10.7759/cureus.118357 Abstract Introduction: Noninvasive monitoring methods are increasingly being explored to avoid complications associated with invasive techniques in perioperative or critical care settings for optimal hemodynamic management. The perfusion index (PI) derived from pulse oximetry reflects peripheral perfusion, while the inferior vena cava (IVC)-collapsibility index […]
Read MoreAuthor: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review Anesthesiologist Ellis Richard “Rich” Clark, MD, won a $1.6 million whistleblower verdict against Northbank Surgical Center in Salem, Ore. The center fired him after he raised patient safety concerns, according to a Sept. 22 article in The Lund Report. The case is now on appeal. Dr. Clark sued Salem Surgery […]
Read MoreAnesthesia Experts is recruiting a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for a private anesthesia practice in Savannah TN. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CRNA seeking a highly desirable schedule, excellent compensation, and the ability to practice independently as part of a three-CRNA anesthesia team. Position Highlights • Excellent salary • Malpractice insurance provided, […]
Read MoreAuthors Tee L, Norawat R Cureus 18(10): e118437. doi:10.7759/cureus.118437 Introduction Perioperative acute kidney injury (AKI) is a recognised complication of vascular surgery and is associated with adverse short- and long-term outcomes. Various perioperative factors, including pre-existing comorbidities, baseline kidney function, intraoperative haemodynamic changes, vasopressor use, and nephrotoxic medications, may contribute to the development of postoperative […]
Read MoreAuthor: Hailey Bosek Becker’s ASC Review Patients who smoke or vape cannabis may require higher doses of propofol during upper endoscopy than nonusers or patients who consume cannabis edibles, according to research presented at the American Society of Anesthesiologists’ Anesthesiology 2026 annual meeting in San Diego. Researchers reviewed 280 gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures at a single center, […]
Read MoreAuthors Tanimoto S et al Cureus 18(10): e118405. doi:10.7759/cureus.118405 Abstract Patients with severe tricuspid regurgitation are at risk of developing right heart failure due to excessive changes in right ventricular preload or increases in pulmonary vascular resistance, necessitating careful perioperative hemodynamic management. We report a case of anesthetic management for laparoscopic cholecystectomy in an elderly […]
Read MoreAuthors: Kumar S et al Cureus 18(10): e118603. doi:10.7759/cureus.118603 Background & aims Glucocorticoids, known for their anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effects, have shown promise in reducing postoperative pain. We compared the effect of single-dose systemic preoperative dexamethasone (8 mg) with placebo-controlled patients on postoperative analgesia and blood sugar levels in patients undergoing percutaneous nephrolithotomy. Material & methods […]
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