Author: Dr Clemens

Anesthesiology Published - 10 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Drug-laced vaping—implications and emerging perioperative challenges for the anesthesiologist

Authors: Christine S. W. Wong MBBChir et al Canadian Journal of Anesthesia Purpose Drug-laced vaping (DLV) involves vaping devices used to inhale non-nicotine psychoactive substances (e.g., cannabinoids, stimulants, opioids, benzodiazepines [BZDs]), sometimes without the user’s awareness. Because exposure is often undisclosed and may not be detected by routine toxicology screening, DLV poses a hidden perioperative […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 10 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Pulmonary Embolism Complicating an Extended Postanesthesia Care Unit Stay

Authors: Suliman M, Amara U E, Nashrah U, et al. Cureus 18(8): e115203. doi:10.7759/cureus.115203 Abstract Extended postanesthesia care unit (PACU) stays, often required when high-dependency beds are unavailable, are generally safe but not free of complications. We report a 39-year-old man who underwent emergency laparotomy for a bleeding duodenal tumor with transfusion and vasopressor support, […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 10 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Stress-Induced Cardiomyopathy Following Elective Lumbar Disc Nucleotomy: Multimodal Cardiac Evaluation With 2D-STE and D-SPECT in a Patient With Severe Cardiac Magnetic Resonance (CMR) Contraindication

Authors: Wei Y, Wang X, Su P, et al. Cureus 18(8): e115227. doi:10.7759/cureus.115227 Abstract Minimally invasive lumbar spinal surgery can precipitate rare perioperative Takotsubo syndrome (stress-induced cardiomyopathy, SIC), a condition frequently misdiagnosed as acute myocardial infarction. Cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) serves as a valuable diagnostic tool for the multimodal evaluation of Takotsubo syndrome, helping exclude […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 10 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
The end of traditional anesthesia contracts?

Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review ASC leaders have had to adapt to a variety of shifts in the anesthesia labor market as traditional group coverage models become more difficult to sustain and declining reimbursement rates continue to eat away at ASC margins. Four ASC leaders recently joined Becker’s to discuss their predictions for how anesthesia models […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 10 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
CRNA Job in Key West, Florida – $275,000, No Call, Paid Malpractice and Island Living

What if your next CRNA position offered excellent compensation, no call, a manageable anesthesia practice—and you got to live in Key West, Florida? Key West Anesthesia Services, LLC is seeking a full-time CRNA to join our established anesthesia team in one of the most desirable locations in the country. This is a $275,000 1099 position […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 9 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Breaking the Taboo: Four Cases of Thoracic Segmental Spinal Anesthesia in Modern Surgical Practice

Authors: Scimia P, D’Agostino M, De Cato A, et al. Cureus 18(8): e115280. doi:10.7759/cureus.115280 Abstract Thoracic segmental spinal anesthesia (TSSA) is an old neuraxial technique that has recently regained attention as a possible alternative to general anesthesia (GA) in selected surgical patients. Its segmental nature, low-dose local anesthetic requirement, and ability to preserve spontaneous ventilation […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 9 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Effects of Chronic Pain Medications on Cardiovascular Health

Authors: Kent A, Toubasi A, Myles A, et al. Cureus 18(7): e113644. doi:10.7759/cureus.113644 Abstract Cardiovascular disease (CVD) and chronic pain are leading causes of morbidity and functional disability worldwide, and there is increasing evidence demonstrating that chronic pain may elevate the risk for major adverse cardiac and cerebrovascular events. Given the intertwined nature of the […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 9 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
A Sedation Protocol for Endoscopic Baton-Plate Adjustment in Neonates With Pierre Robin Sequence

Authors: Nicolas Leister et al  Pediatric Anesthesia First published: 18 August 2026 Background Robin sequence (RS) is characterized by upper airway obstruction leading to life-threatening desaturations in neonates. Procedural sedation in this population presents unique challenges due to anatomical airway anomalies, young patient age, and associated comorbidities. The pre-epiglottic baton-plate (PEBP) procedure is a non-invasive, […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 9 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Asystole Likely Due to a Vagal Reflex During Routine Gynecologic Surgery

Authors: Lebowitz M, Azzarello T ( Cureus 18(8): e115281. doi:10.7759/cureus.115281 Abstract Vagal-mediated cardiovascular responses can occur following carbon dioxide pneumoperitoneum during laparoscopic surgery. In rare cases, an exaggerated vagal reflex may result in profound bradycardia or asystole. We report the case of a 44-year-old woman (American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status II) who developed abrupt bradycardia […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 9 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
The anesthesiologist paycheck in 10 numbers

Author: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review Anesthesiologist pay keeps climbing even as the reimbursement underneath it keeps shrinking, which is a gap ASCs are increasingly bridging themselves. Here’s what anesthesiologist compensation looks like right now in 10 numbers: $568,454. The average total compensation for anesthesiologists nationally, based on 1,260 self-reported salaries on physician salary transparency platform Marit […]

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