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Millennials, a generation frequently cited for its contrarian and unique consumer preferences, appear to be turning their backs on another industry: opioids. According to a new survey from the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA), Americans between 18 and 36 years of age are less likely to use opioids to manage pain. The survey found that […]
Read MoreRefining continuous capnography monitoring by using a new algorithmic alarm filter in a medical-surgical unit dramatically reduced the number of clinically insignificant alarms, according to a study of 25 patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The study, which was carried out at Virtua Memorial Hospital, in Mount Holly, N.J., found that the alarm filter, developed […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Kirkham, Kyle Robert MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: January 2018 – Volume 126 – Issue 1 – p 270–279 BACKGROUND: Perineural dexamethasone has gained popularity in regional anesthesia to prolong analgesia duration. However, uncertainty remains regarding the optimal perineural dose. Clarification of this characteristic is of significant importance as the administration of dexamethasone may lead […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Gabriel, Rodney A. MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: Sept 2017 BACKGROUND: Regional anesthesia is of benefit for outpatient surgery given its demonstrated improvement in analgesia and decrease in complications, resulting in shorter average recovery room times and lower hospital readmission rates. Unfortunately, there are few epidemiological studies outlining the overall utilization of peripheral nerve blocks […]
Read MoreNothing to do with anesthesia but I thought this was interesting so I wanted to share with our readers. Chicago Tribune · February 20, 2018 By Joe Dziemianowicz Cheers to life — seriously. When it comes to making it into your 90s, booze actually beats exercise, according to a long-term study. The research, led by University of […]
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