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Uncategorized Published - 29 June, 2017    By - Dr Clemens
Concurrent Piezoelectric and Photoplethysmographic Sensors Combined in One Oximeter

A proof-of-concept study has shown that mechano- and photoplethysmography (MPG and PPG) can be combined in conventional oximeter sensors. According to the research, the combination could offer a new approach to signal quality assessment and possibly even new physiologic information. What’s more, said Christian L. Petersen, PhD, piezoelectric elements are inexpensive, making this a viable […]

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Uncategorized Published - 29 June, 2017    By - Dr Clemens
Migraine Treatment With Acupuncture: Is It Effective?

Acupuncture is commonly used in Chinese medicine to relieve pain from migraines. Acupuncture is tied to a persistent reduction in headache frequency, but the placebo effect may still play a role in outcomes, according to results of a study published in JAMA Internal Medicine. According to the US National Center for Health Statistics, approximately 1 out […]

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Uncategorized Published - 29 June, 2017    By - Dr Clemens
Introduction of a novel ultrasound-guided extrathoracic sub-paraspinal block for control of perioperative pain in Nuss procedure patients

AUTHORS: Bryskin R et al     Journal of Pediatric Surgery 52 (3), 484-491 (Mar 2017) BACKGROUND A safe and effective method of multilevel thoracic pain control remains an elusive goal in patients undergoing the Nuss procedure. The aim of our study was to develop a nonopioid centered approach using a novel regional technique as part of a […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 June, 2017    By - Dr Clemens
The Pathway of Injectate Spread With the Transmuscular Quadratus Lumborum Block: A Cadaver Study

AUTHORS: Dam, Mette MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia: July 2017 – Volume 125 – Issue 1 – p 303–312 BACKGROUND: The spread of injectate resulting from a transmuscular quadratus lumborum (TQL) block and a transverse oblique paramedian (TOP) TQL block has never been examined. The aim of this cadaveric study was to investigate by which […]

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Uncategorized Published - 28 June, 2017    By - Dr Clemens
After Hip Fracture, Mortality Lower With Earlier Surgery

When it comes to surgery for patients with hip fractures, earlier is better. A database analysis by a team of Cleveland Clinic researchers concluded that for every 10-hour increase in time from hospital admission to surgery, one-year mortality in these patients increased by 5%. “There is considerable debate regarding the timing of surgery after hip […]

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