AUTHORS: Aouifi, Abdellah MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia December 2024. Intraoperative cell salvage (IOCS) allows the collection, treatment, and retransfusion of shed blood from the surgical field and cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) collector during cardiac surgery. This technique has been shown to reduce the need for allogeneic blood products in many surgical specialties. Centrifugation-based IOCS […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Hastie, Maya J. MD, EdD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia January 2025. BACKGROUND: A report by the American Association of Medical Colleges (AAMC) showed that academic anesthesiology has the highest prevalence of sexual harassment among specialties for both men and women. We aimed to explore the prevalence, sources, and impact of sexual harassment on […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Einhorn, Lisa M. MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia January 2025. BACKGROUND: Posterior spinal fusion (PSF) surgery for correction of idiopathic scoliosis is associated with chronic postsurgical pain (CPSP). In this multicenter study, we describe perioperative multimodal analgesic (MMA) management and characterize postoperative pain, disability, and quality of life over 12 months after PSF […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Sadacharam, Kesavan MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia January 2025. BACKGROUND: Acute orthopedic injuries and subsequent surgical repair can be challenging for children and adolescents and result in posttraumatic stress reactions that can be problematic after the acute perioperative period. In a cohort of patients undergoing anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), we investigated the […]
Read MoreIf 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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