Authors: Yang, Sisi et al. Anesthesiology November 2025 | DOI: 10.1097/ALN.0000000000005829 This large cohort study from the UK Biobank investigated the link between chronic pain, analgesic use, and the development of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in individuals with diabetes. The analysis included over 20,000 diabetic participants who provided detailed information on seven chronic pain locations […]
Read MoreAuthors: Bayat, Sam et al. Anesthesiology November 2025 | DOI: 10.1097/ALN.0000000000005807 This investigation evaluated how the slope of phase III (SIII) of the volumetric capnogram reflects the balance between lung ventilation and perfusion (V̇A/Q̇) during acute bronchoconstriction. In a rabbit model, the researchers used methacholine to induce bronchoconstriction and synchrotron radiation K-edge subtraction (KES) imaging […]
Read MoreAuthor: Paolo Spriano, MD Medscape Apologies are commonly defined as “a regretful acknowledgment of an offense or failure; a formal, public statement of regret.” In healthcare, apologies offered with honesty and transparency are an essential part of addressing medical errors. An effective apology acknowledges what happened, accepts responsibility, and expresses sincere regret for the patient’s suffering. […]
Read MoreAuthors: Adele S. Budiansky et al. Source: Journal of Neurosurgical Anesthesiology 37(4):335–340, October 2025. DOI: 10.1097/ANA.0000000000001046 This focused review outlines four major strategies used to achieve temporary intraoperative cerebral blood flow reduction during neurovascular surgery and endovascular procedures. Techniques reviewed include deep hypothermic circulatory arrest (DHCA), intravenous adenosine, rapid ventricular pacing (RVP), and endovascular balloon-assisted […]
Read MoreAuthor: Rebecca Pifer Healthcare Dive Plans determined that 39% of claims submitted to independent dispute resolution last year were actually ineligible for the process. Dive Brief: Many claims that providers submit for dispute resolution under the No Surprises Act are actually ineligible for the process, according to a new survey from health insurance groups. AHIP […]
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