Authors: Takekoshi M et al. Cureus, June 16, 2026. Summary This study evaluated whether an internally developed computer application could reduce the time anesthesiologists spend preparing preoperative anesthesia informed consent forms. Documentation requirements can increase anesthesiologists’ workload and cognitive burden. The investigators developed a semi-automated, institution-specific application using Python and generative AI-assisted programming. The application […]
Read MoreAuthors: Freitas S et al. Cureus, June 17, 2026. Summary This case report describes how drug-induced sleep endoscopy changed the treatment plan for a 10-year-old girl with severe obstructive sleep apnea, obesity, and neurocognitive impairment. The patient had habitual snoring, witnessed apneas, excessive daytime sleepiness, an obstructive apnea-hypopnea index of 15 events per hour, and […]
Read MoreAuthors: Larsen et al. Journal: PharmacoEconomics – Open published: 2026 Summary: This health economic study evaluated the expected cost of continuous remote vital sign monitoring after hospital discharge and estimated how many readmissions would need to be prevented for the monitoring program to become cost-neutral. The study focused on 3-day post-discharge home monitoring using data […]
Read MoreAuthor: Mike Stobbe Associated Press Infant mortality in the U.S. dropped to a new all-time low in 2025, according to preliminary government data. There were slightly fewer than 5.4 infant deaths per 1,000 live births in 2025, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While that appears to be a small decline from about 5.5 in […]
Read MoreAnesthesia Experts is recruiting a full-time Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for a private anesthesia practice in Savannah. 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, […]
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