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Uncategorized Published - 8 August, 2018    By - Dr Clemens
Effect of an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Program on Opioid Use and Patient-Reported Outcomes

AUTHORS: Meyer, Larissa A., MD, MPH et al Obstetrics & Gynecology: August 2018 – Volume 132 – Issue 2 – p 281–290 OBJECTIVE: To investigate the effect of an enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) program on perioperative outcomes with an emphasis on opioid consumption and patient-reported outcomes in the immediate and extended postoperative periods. METHODS: We initiated our […]

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Uncategorized Published - 8 August, 2018    By - Dr Clemens
Clinicians’ views of factors influencing decision-making for caesarean section: A systematic review and metasynthesis of qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods studies

Background Caesarean section rates are increasing worldwide and are a growing concern with limited explanation of the factors that influence the rising trend. Understanding obstetricians’ and midwives’ views can give insight to the problem. This systematic review aimed to offer insight and understanding, through aggregation, summary, synthesis and interpretation of findings from studies that report […]

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Uncategorized Published - 8 August, 2018    By - Dr Clemens
Comparing the Efficacy of Postherpetic Neuralgia Treatments for Pain Relief

Analgesics may be more effective in alleviating pain associated with postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) compared with topical therapies, antivirals, antidepressants, and antiepileptics, according to findings from a meta-analysis published in Pain Physician. PHN is defined by the presence of persisting pain for ≥120 days after the onset of rash at the acute herpes zoster site. For this meta-analysis, 2 […]

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Uncategorized Published - 7 August, 2018    By - Dr Clemens
Anesthesiologist Testifies Before Senate Committee

On July 17, anesthesiologist leader and ASA member Jeff Balser, President, CEO and Dean of the Vanderbilt University Medical Center, appeared before the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions. His message on the future of health care focused on reducing health care costs, eliminating waste and improving value for patients. I want to […]

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Uncategorized Published - 7 August, 2018    By - Dr Clemens
Ketamine Infusion May Be Effective for the Short-Term Relief of CRPS-Associated Pain

Ketamine infusion may provide short-term pain relief for patients with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), according to a meta-analysis published in Current Pain and Headache Reports. However, study authors acknowledge the need for additional studies examining the efficacy of the drug for CRPS-associated pain. For this analysis, 2 investigators reviewed independently published randomized controlled trials and […]

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