Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review Lawmakers in Tennessee recently revived a bill that would allow certified anesthesiologist assistants to practice in the state in an effort to address the ongoing anesthesia provider shortage. The bill would allow CAAs to practice in the state, where they currently need additional state approval. There are currently 21 states that […]
Pyxis Proximity Improves Narcotic Waste Compliance Among Anesthesia Personnel
Authors: Parikh S, Scorsese G, Romeiser J, et al. Cureus 16(8): e66800. August 2024 Introduction Controlled substance waste processes in perioperative areas can be cumbersome. Streamlining this process is a critical component of improving operating room efficiency. At our institution, unused controlled substances require a two-person waste prior to disposal. We hypothesized that access to […]
GLP-1 drugs Decrease Bariatric Surgery
Autor: Erica Carbajal Becker’s Hospital Review Between 2022 and 2023, prescriptions for GLP-1 drugs soared 132.6% while bariatric surgery rates fell 25.6%, according to a new study from researchers at Boston-based Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women’s Hospital. The findings offer a clearer picture of how the growing popularity of GLP-1 weight loss drugs is affecting […]
CMS finalizes 2.83% physician payment cut for 2025
Author: Andrew Cass Becker’s Hospital CFO Review CMS released its 2025 physician payment rule, which includes a 94 cent (2.83%) conversion factor decrease from 2024. The physician fee schedule conversion factor for 2025 is $32.35, down from $33.29 in 2024, according to a Nov. 1 CMS news release. The final rule was met with criticism by the […]
Discover The Best Anesthesiologist Opportunity in New Mexico
We are seeking a dedicated anesthesiologist to join our all-anesthesiologist group. Our team will consist of 4 full-time providers and 1 for vacation relief, managing 3 operating rooms. Position Highlights: Zero call for 3 weeks, followed by 1 week of call without daytime work only call after 7 PM therefore you may not work the […]
A Great Anesthesiologist Opportunity in Gadsden AL
We are seeking a dedicated anesthesia care team to join our new anesthesia care team contract at Riverview Regional Medical Center. Gadsden is a town of over 100,000 people that is located 1 hour from Birmingham AL and 2 hours from Atlanta GA. Position Highlights: Anesthesiologist call is 1:3 Competitive salary of $500,000 plus benefits. […]
Neuropeptide Y Y2 Receptors in Sensory Neurons Tonically Suppress Nociception and Itch but Facilitate Postsurgical and Neuropathic Pain Hypersensitivity
Authors: Paramita Basu, Ph.D. et al Anesthesiology November 2024, Vol. 141, 946–968. Background Neuropeptide Y (NPY) Y2 receptor (Y2) antagonist BIIE0246 can both inhibit and facilitate nociception. The authors hypothesized that Y2 function depends on inflammation or nerve injury status. Methods The authors implemented a battery of behavioral tests in mice of both sexes that received […]
Calcium-activated Potassium Channels as Amplifiers of TRPV4-mediated Pulmonary Edema Formation in Male Mice
Authors: Mei Li, M.D. et al Anesthesiology November 2024, Vol. 141, 913–928. Background As a mechanosensitive cation channel and key regulator of vascular barrier function, endothelial transient receptor potential vanilloid type 4 (TRPV4) contributes critically to ventilator-induced lung injury and edema formation. Ca2+ influx via TRPV4 can activate Ca2+-activated potassium (KCa) channels, categorized into small (SK1-3), intermediate (IK1), and […]
Intraoperative Mechanical Power: Reply
Authors: Cédric Cirenei, M.D. et al Anesthesiology November 2024, Vol. 141, 1019–1020. In Reply: We thank Deng et al. for their interest in our recently published article, “Intraoperative Mechanical Power and Postoperative Pulmonary Complications in Noncardiothoracic Elective Surgery Patients: A 10-Year Retrospective Cohort Study.” Indeed, the fraction of inspired oxygen (Fio2) was recorded but not extracted nor […]
A Comparison of the Effects of Different Positive End-Expiratory Pressure Levels on Respiratory Parameters During Prone Positioning Under General Anaesthesia
Authors: Shanmugam Y, Venkatraman R, KY A Cureus 16(9: e68693. doi:10.7759/cureus.68693 Background and objective In general anesthesia, for certain surgical procedures in the prone position, patients often face increased airway pressures, reduced pulmonary and thoracic compliance, and restricted chest expansion, all of which can affect venous return and cardiac output, impacting overall hemodynamic stability. Positive […]