This is important for our readers that treat pain patients. Author: Zawn Villines MedicalNewsToday Aches and pains are common throughout pregnancy, and some people take pain relievers to reduce their discomfort. However, experts recommend that pregnant individuals avoid ibuprofen (Advil) after 20 weeks. This recommendation comes from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Additionally, some research suggests […]
Read MoreAuthors: L. Green et al Anaesthesia October 2021 Summary There is a lack of evidence evaluating cryoprecipitate transfusion in severe postpartum haemorrhage. We performed a pilot cluster-randomised controlled trial to evaluate the feasibility of a trial on early cryoprecipitate delivery in severe postpartum haemorrhage. Pregnant women (>24 weeks gestation), actively bleeding within 24 h of delivery […]
Read MoreDG Journal Club AUTHORS: Varinen Aleksi, Kosunen Elise, Tuomas H Koskela BMC Res Notes. 2022 Feb 24; 15(1): 83 OBJECTIVE From previous studies, it is known that the association between fibromyalgia and thyroid autoimmunity diseases exists. On the other hand, it was recently suggested that in many cases thyroid hormone treatment might be unnecessary. The […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Toro, Camilo BA et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: February 2022 BACKGROUND: Early hypotension after severe traumatic brain injury (sTBI) is associated with increased mortality and poor long-term outcomes. Current guidelines suggest the use of intravenous vasopressors, commonly norepinephrine and phenylephrine, to support blood pressure after TBI. However, guidelines do not specify vasopressor type, resulting in […]
Read MoreAuthors: Cara Hughes and Andrew Klein TheAnesthesiaBlog The February issue of Anaesthesia attempts to answer the age-old question plaguing anaesthetists – what blood pressure should we be targeting and how much does it matter? We are delighted to present the first publication from the iHype study – a prospective cohort study designed and conducted by the Research and […]
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