Patients with painful bone metastases achieved similar relief of pain whether they were treated with a single fraction radiation therapy protocol or underwent a series of radiation treatment, according to a study presented here at the 56th Annual Meeting of the American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO). While previous clinical trials have suggested that a […]
Read MoreThe area under the curve of oxygen desaturation (AUCDesat) may provide a more sophisticated approach to monitoring blood oxygen levels during procedures using sedation, according to a study published in the journal Anesthesia & Analgesia. The AUCDesat provides information not only whether blood oxygenation has dropped too low, but also on the depth, duration, and […]
Read MorePatients with obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) who are diagnosed and treated for the condition prior to surgery are less likely to develop serious cardiovascular complications such as cardiac arrest or shock, according to a study published in the October issue of the journal Anesthesiology. “OSA is a common disorder that affects millions and is associated […]
Read MoreI wanted our readers to know about this since our jobs can be stressful at times. The ability to keep your wits in a crisis isn’t a character trait; it’s a skill that you can learn in minutes. Great leaders always seem to remain calm during situations that make mere mortals fall to pieces. Conventional […]
Read MoreNew research shows that patients with fibromyalgia have hypersensitivity to non-painful events based on images of the patients’ brains, which show reduced activation in primary sensory regions and increased activation in sensory integration areas. The findings, published in the journal Arthritis & Rheumatology, suggest that brain abnormalities in response to non-painful sensory stimulation may cause […]
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