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Uncategorized Published - 21 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Perioperative Management of Left Atrial Myxoma Causing Mitral Valve Obstruction and Thrombocytopenia: A Case Report

Authors: Jayadevappa G, Chaudhri B Cureus March 2025 Abstract Left atrial myxomas are the most common primary cardiac tumors, often presenting with symptoms related to obstruction, embolization, or systemic effects. Thrombocytopenia is an uncommon but significant complication associated with myxomas, complicating their management. In this case, a 26-year-old male presented with severe dyspnea, palpitations, and […]

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Uncategorized Published - 20 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
A Randomized, Controlled Trial of Palonosetron Versus Ondansetron for Nausea, Vomiting, and Pruritus in Cesarean Delivery with Intrathecal Morphine

AUTHORS: Worravitudomsuk, Tarvit MD et al  Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(3):p 628-635, March 2025. BACKGROUND: Spinal anesthesia is the preferred anesthetic technique for cesarean deliveries. Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) and pruritus occur in up to 80% and 83% of patients, respectively, after cesarean delivery with intrathecal opioids. Ondansetron is the recommended medication for PONV prophylaxis, but […]

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Uncategorized Published - 20 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Emergency Anesthesiology Encounters, Care Practices, and Outcomes for Patients with Firearm Injuries: A 9-Year Single-Center US Level 1 Trauma Experience

AUTHORS: Walters, Andrew M. MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(3):p 554-563, March 2025. BACKGROUND: Firearm injuries cause significant morbidity and mortality. Patients with firearm injuries require urgent/emergency operative procedures but the literature incompletely describes how anesthesia care and outcomes differ between high acuity trauma patients with and without firearm injuries. Our objective was to examine […]

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Uncategorized Published - 20 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Characterization of Speech and Language Deficits in the Postanesthesia Care Unit

AUTHORS: Ahmed, Meah T. BS-BME et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(3):p 655-664, March 2025. BACKGROUND: Assessing recovery after general anesthesia is complicated because patients must be sufficiently arousable to pay attention to the verbal instructions probing cognitive function. All delirium screens that have been used in the postanesthesia care unit (PACU) rely heavily on a patient’s […]

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Uncategorized Published - 20 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Discover The Best Anesthesiologist Opportunity in New Mexico

If you’re an anesthesiologist searching for a balanced lifestyle and rewarding work, you’ll want to check out this opportunity. Our all-anesthesiologist group is seeking a dedicated team member to join our collaborative practice. Position Highlights: Zero Call for 3 Weeks: Enjoy three weeks of no call duty, followed by one week of call. Even during […]

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