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Uncategorized Published - 5 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 - 5 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Impact of Sugammadex Versus Neostigmine Reversal on Postoperative Recovery Time in Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea Undergoing Bariatric Surgery

AUTHORS: Ajetunmobi, Olawale MB, BS, DA, FCAI et al  Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(3):p 568-576, March 2025. BACKGROUND: Residual neuromuscular blockade can be associated with serious postoperative complications. Sugammadex is a newer neuromuscular blocking drug (NMBD) reversal agent that rapidly and completely reverses rocuronium. Whether sugammadex has any advantages over neostigmine in morbidly obese patients with obstructive […]

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Uncategorized Published - 5 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Editorial: Euglycemic Ketoacidosis Concerns in Perioperative Use of SGLT2 Inhibitors: Re-Examining Current Recommendations

Authors: Soyun M. Hwang, MD; Arney S. Abcejo, MD; Adam K Jacob, MD; Jesse M. Raiten, MD; Manpreet S. Mundi, MD Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation Volume 40, No. 1 • February 2025  Over the past decade, sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2i) have been well established as excellent therapeutic agents for the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus […]

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Uncategorized Published - 5 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Multicenter Prospective Randomized Comparison of Ultrasound-Guided Stellate Ganglion Versus Thoracic Paravertebral Block for Sympathetic Blockade in Chronic Upper Extremity Pain

AUTHORS: Kim, Jeongsoo MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 140(3):p 665-674, March 2025. BACKGROUND: Stellate ganglion block (SGB) is a type of sympathetic block used to relieve pain in the face and upper extremities. However, its effectiveness can be limited by the presence of Kuntz fibers that bypass the stellate ganglion. Thoracic paravertebral block (TPVB) offers […]

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Uncategorized Published - 5 March, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
We need a great CRNA to join our new anesthesia team Riverdale, GA!

We’re excited to announce the formation of a new anesthesia group in Riverdale, GA, located just 10 minutes from the Atlanta Airport. We’re seeking dedicated CRNAs to join our collaborative care team, which will include 4 full-time CRNAs and 2 anesthesiologists managing 4 operating rooms.  This is a 25% independent practice and doing own blocks! […]

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