Author: Laurence Weinberg, et al. Cureus, July 5, 2026 Postoperative complications are traditionally viewed as short-term events that increase hospital length of stay, cost, and early mortality. This narrative review argues that complications may also trigger biological changes that continue long after the patient appears to have recovered and may contribute to reduced long-term survival. […]
Read MoreAuthor: Jordan Francke, MD, MPH The Daily Dose Public trust in physicians, scientists, and healthcare institutions is declining at a time when misinformation and disinformation are spreading rapidly. During the opening plenary session of the 2026 IARS and SOCCA Annual Meeting, Sharon Straus, CM, MD, MSc, FRCPC, FCAHS, FRSC, discussed how evidence-based medicine, transparency, public […]
Read MoreRadius Anesthesia blog Cervical collar placement is a standard initial immobilization strategy for patients with suspected cervical spine injury, intended to maintain neutral alignment and reduce the risk of secondary neurologic damage. However, airway management in this context presents a significant clinical challenge. The need to secure a definitive airway must be balanced against the […]
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Read MoreAuthor: Javaria Salam, et al. Cureus, June 26, 2026 Postoperative medical complications remain common after major abdominal surgery and can substantially prolong hospitalization and delay recovery. This prospective observational study evaluated patient and perioperative factors associated with complications during the first 30 postoperative days. The investigators enrolled 284 adults undergoing elective or emergency major abdominal […]
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