Authors: PV Mukundan P, Rajendran K, Saxena T, et al. Cureus March 2025 Background Supraclavicular brachial plexus block (SCBPB) is a widely used regional anesthesia technique for upper limb surgeries. Intravenous dexamethasone is known to prolong postoperative analgesia, but the optimal dose remains uncertain due to potential side effects like hyperglycemia associated with high doses. This […]
Read MoreAuthors: Jain A, Verma B, Saunakiya P, et al. Cureus March 2025 Background Perioperative anxiety is a common concern in patients undergoing regional anesthesia, as they remain conscious during surgery. Various non-pharmacological interventions, including music therapy, have been explored to reduce anxiety and stress response. Spiritual interventions, particularly religious music, have been shown to provide […]
Read MoreAuthors: Tomino M, Maeda R, Harada K, et al. Cureus March 2025 Abstract Introduction: The causes of delayed recovery of consciousness from anesthesia after cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass are diverse and often related to multiple factors. This study investigated the factors affecting the time to recovery of consciousness in patients undergoing cardiac surgery with […]
Read MoreAuthor: Algain A Cureus February 14, 2025 Abstract Limb amputation can impose severe burdens on the individual and society. Regardless of the underlying cause of amputation, pain management is challenging and may impact patients’ recovery and quality of life. Individuals undergoing major lower extremity amputation (MLEA) face significant perioperative risk. Therefore, anesthesiologists must meticulously customize […]
Read MoreAuthors: Nakazawa K, Takenaka A, Suzuki T Cureus March 2025 Abstract Epidural analgesia is typically avoided in patients with portal hypertension due to multiple risk factors: engorgement of epidural venous plexuses, platelet dysfunction despite normal counts, and potential postoperative coagulopathy following liver surgery. These risks persist even when preoperative coagulation parameters appear normal. While peripheral […]
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