Authors: Inam K et al. Source: A & A Practice. 2026;20(4):e02177. Summary: This systematic review and meta-analysis compared ketamine or esketamine plus propofol with fentanyl-class opioids plus propofol for sedation during gastrointestinal endoscopy. Propofol is commonly used for GI endoscopy, but it can cause respiratory depression, hypotension, and hemodynamic instability. Because of this, clinicians often […]
Read MoreAuthor: Sophie Eydis Becker’s ASC Review The American Society of Anesthesiologists, the American College of Emergency Physicians and the American College of Radiology praised a final rule aimed at improving the Independent Dispute Resolution process under the No Surprises Act. The rule, released May 28 by the departments of Health and Human Services, Labor and Treasury, includes changes designed to […]
Read MoreAnesthesia Experts is expanding into Columbia, and we are building what we believe will become one of the strongest anesthesia teams in the region. We are currently recruiting both CRNAs and anesthesiologists for full-time and locums positions within a brand-new anesthesia care team model at one of Middle Tennessee’s growing hospitals. This is not a […]
Read MoreAuthor: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review Three in 4 CRNAs received a salary increase in 2025, and more than a third saw gains exceeding 10%, according to a new workforce survey from APEX Anesthesia Review. The findings, drawn from 634 certified registered nurse anesthetists and student registered nurse anesthetists nationwide, offer a detailed look at compensation, mobility, and […]
Read MoreAuthors: Ganamo GG et al. Source: BMC Anesthesiology. Published June 1, 2026. Summary: This open-access cross-sectional study examined how common preoperative anxiety is among obstetric patients scheduled for elective cesarean section under spinal anesthesia and identified factors associated with higher anxiety risk. The study was conducted at two specialized hospitals in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from […]
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