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Authors: Gupta A et al Foot & Ankle International 39 (2), 149-154 (Feb 2018) BACKGROUND The number of opioids prescribed and used has increased precipitously over the past 2 decades for a number of reasons and has led to increases in long-term dependency, opioid-related deaths, and diversion. Most studies examining the role of prescribing habits […]
Read More3M has voluntarily recalled two models of its Bair Hugger product, the FDA stated in a release. The Minnesota-based multinational corporation started the recall due to a design flaw on the blankets, commonly used to warm patients during surgery. The flaw can cause a block in airflow, halting full inflation and widespread body warming. “3M voluntarily recalled a […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Duceau, Baptiste MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: October 2017 – Volume 125 – Issue 4 – p 1342–1347 BACKGROUND: Although thoracic paravertebral block (TPVB) is recommended in major breast surgery, there is no gold standard to assess the success of TPVB. Pupillary dilation reflex (PDR) is the variation of the pupillary diameter after a noxious […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Pelavski, Andres D. MD, PhD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: October 2017 – Volume 125 – Issue 4 – p 1329–1336 BACKGROUND: Preoperative risk and postoperative outcomes among the elderly are the subject of extensive debate. However, the eldest old, that is, the fastest-growing and most vulnerable group, are insufficiently studied; even their mortality rate is […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Mazzeffi, Michael MD, MPH, MSc et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: October 2017 – Volume 125 – Issue 4 – p 1316–1321 BACKGROUND: Surgical site infections (SSIs) after colon surgery remain a critical safety issue. Patients with an SSI have an increased risk of death, prolonged hospitalization, and increased costs of care. Red blood cell (RBC) transfusion […]
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