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Uncategorized Published - 18 July, 2022    By - Dr Clemens
Identifying patterns of utilization of single-use video laryngoscopy and supraglottic airway devices to reduce waste

AUTHORS: Baerg, Tim MD, MBA et al  Journal of Head & Neck Anesthesia: December 2021 – Volume 5 – Issue 2 – p e35 Introduction:  Lean management, a systematic method of reducing waste in manufacturing, is an approach that has led to quality improvement and cost reduction in health systems. Utilization of single-use airway equipment, such […]

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Uncategorized Published - 18 July, 2022    By - Dr Clemens
Can COVID-19 cause neck pain?

Author: Zawn Villines MedicalNewsToday Some people with COVID-19 experience neck pain, soreness, and stiffness. In some cases, neck pain can be a persistent symptom of long COVID. All data and statistics are based on publicly available data at the time of publication. Some information may be out of date. Visit our coronavirus hub for the most recent […]

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Uncategorized Published - 16 July, 2022    By - Dr Clemens
Rivaroxaban Reduces the Dabigatran Dose Required for Anticoagulation During Simulated Cardiopulmonary Bypass

AUTHOPRS: Nadtochiy, Sergiy M. PhD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: July 2022 – Volume 135 – Issue 1 – p 52-59 BACKGROUND: Heparin is the standard anticoagulant for cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB); however, there are problems with its use that make the development of suitable alternatives desirable. Currently, no ideal alternative exists. We have previously reported that […]

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Uncategorized Published - 15 July, 2022    By - Dr Clemens
Preventing Spinal Hypotension During Cesarean Birth With Two Initial Boluses of Norepinephrine in Chinese Parturients

AUTHORS: Lyu, Wenyuan MD et al  Anesthesia & Analgesia: June 06, 2022 BACKGROUND: Norepinephrine is effective in preventing spinal hypotension during cesarean birth; however, an optimal regimen has not been determined. We hypothesized that an initial bolus of norepinephrine improves efficacy of spinal hypotension prophylaxis beyond continuous norepinephrine alone. METHODS: In this double-blind, controlled study, 120 […]

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Uncategorized Published - 15 July, 2022    By - Dr Clemens
Highlights from the ISMP Summit: The Future of Perioperative Medication Safety: Charting Our Path Forward

Authors: Elizabeth Rebello, Rph, MD, CPPS, CMQ, FASA; JW Beard, MD Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation Volume 37, No. 2 June 2022  The Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP) convened on November 10–11, 2021, as a virtual national summit on Perioperative Medication Safety. The intent of the summit was to leverage the current understanding of the […]

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