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Uncategorized Published - 13 September, 2021    By - Dr Clemens
Gastric Ultrasound Assessing Gastric Emptying of Preoperative Carbohydrate Drinks

Authors: Cho, Eun-Ah PhD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: September 2021 – Volume 133 – Issue 3 – p 690-697 BACKGROUND:  Tools for the evaluation of gastric emptying have evolved over time. The purpose of this study was to show that the risk of pulmonary aspiration is not increased with carbohydrate drink, by demonstrating that the […]

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Uncategorized Published - 13 September, 2021    By - Dr Clemens
Ipsilateral Intravenous Catheter Placement in Breast Cancer Surgery Patients

AUTHORS: Naranjo, Julian DO et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: September 2021 – Volume 133 – Issue 3 – p 707-712 BACKGROUND:  There is a continued perception that intravenous line (IV) placement is contraindicated in the arm ipsilateral to prior breast cancer surgery to avoid breast cancer–related lymphedema (BCRL). The aim of this retrospective study was to […]

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Uncategorized Published - 13 September, 2021    By - Dr Clemens
Depression explains the association between pain intensity and pain interference among adults with neurofibromatosis

DG Journal Club AUTHORS: James D Doorley, Jonathan Greenberg et al. J Neurooncol. 2021 Aug 19 INTRODUCTION Neurofibromatoses (NFs; NF1, NF2 and Schwannomatosis) are incurable genetic syndromes characterized by nerve sheath tumors and often accompanied by substantial emotional distress (e.g., depression and anxiety). Pain is also common but understudied in adults with NF and interferes […]

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Uncategorized Published - 13 September, 2021    By - Dr Clemens
A Retrospective Analysis Demonstrates That a Failure to Document Key Comorbid Diseases in the Anesthesia Preoperative Evaluation Associates With Increased Length of Stay and Mortality

AUTHORS: Hofer, Ira S. MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: September 2021 – Volume 133 – Issue 3 – p 698-706 BACKGROUND:  The introduction of electronic health records (EHRs) has helped physicians access relevant medical information on their patients. However, the design of EHRs can make it hard for clinicians to easily find, review, and document […]

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Uncategorized Published - 10 September, 2021    By - Dr Clemens
REsidual Neuromuscular Block Prediction Score Versus Train-of-Four Ratio and Respiratory Outcomes

AUTHORS: Patrocínio, Maria D. MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: September 2021 – Volume 133 – Issue 3 – p 610-619 BACKGROUND:  Residual neuromuscular blockade is associated with an increased incidence of postoperative respiratory complications. The REsidual neuromuscular block Prediction Score (REPS) identifies patients at high risk for residual neuromuscular blockade after surgery. METHODS: A total […]

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