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It is not uncommon for men to suffer migraines, but they are less likely than women with this condition to consult a doctor, and if they do, they are less likely to be diagnosed with migraine. Those are some of the conclusions of a study on sex differences in migraine burden presented at the American […]
Read MoreThe risk of blindness caused by spinal fusion has dropped almost 3-fold since the late 1990s, according to a study published in the journal Anesthesiology. “While there are significant complications that can result from spinal-fusion surgery, it seems that blindness, a catastrophic and devastating complication, is one that has become far rarer in recent years,” […]
Read MoreBMC Pulm Med. 2016; 16: 113. published 2016 Aug 5. Authors: Thomas Gaisl et al Background There is limited knowledge on practice patterns in procedural sedation and analgesia (PSA), the use of propofol, and monitoring during flexible bronchoscopy (FB). The purpose of this study was to assess the current practice patterns of FBs and to […]
Read MoreUnique predictors of stroke following coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery have been found in a study. According to the researchers, identification and modification of these risk factors for stroke could help prevent this outcome and aid in surgical planning. “Age, preoperative hematocrit levels, smoking status and a history of congestive heart failure are all […]
Read MoreA study published by the journal PLoS One suggests that 2 relatively simple measures can help to reduce the incidence of post-operative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) in older patients: administering a small dose of the anti-inflammatory drug dexamethasone immediately before an operation and avoiding profound anaesthesia during the operation. Opinions on the adequate depth of anaesthesia […]
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