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Anesthesiology Published - 18 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Suspected Pregabalin Overdose Presenting With Out-of-Hospital Asystolic Cardiac Arrest and Fatal Multiorgan Failure

Authors: Baspinar M ( Cureus 18(8): e115355. doi:10.7759/cureus.115355 Abstract Pregabalin overdose is generally considered to have a relatively benign clinical course. However, severe respiratory depression, coma, and life-threatening clinical deterioration have rarely been reported, particularly in patients with high-dose ingestion or delayed recognition. We present the case of a 26-year-old male who was found unconscious following suspected […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 18 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Anesthesiologist Opportunity in Carlsbad, New Mexico: $550,000, Eight Weeks of Vacation, and Up to $300,000 in Student-Loan Repayment

Anesthesia Experts and Carlsbad Anesthesia Services, LLC are seeking a full-time anesthesiologist to join our established anesthesia team at Carlsbad Medical Center in Carlsbad, New Mexico. This is an exceptional opportunity for an anesthesiologist seeking excellent compensation, a predictable schedule, manageable cases, and a true work-life balance. Because Carlsbad is located in a New Mexico […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 17 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Airway Rescue and Extended Recovery in Prone Nonintubated Anesthesia

Authors: Lai Y, Chen T, Chung S Cureus 18(8): e115375. doi:10.7759/cureus.115375 Abstract Narcolepsy presents unique perioperative challenges, particularly during postoperative recovery, while the prone position limits airway access. We present the case of a 32-year-old woman with untreated narcolepsy who underwent prone jackknife hemorrhoidectomy after declining neuraxial anesthesia. Following preoperative counseling and awake positioning, nonintubated […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 17 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Accuracy of Ultrasound-Estimated Epidural Depth in Transverse Median Versus Parasagittal Oblique Planes for Lower Thoracic Epidural Anesthesia

Authors: Tyagi N, Chauhan A K, Bhatia R, et al. Cureus 18(8): e114234. doi:10.7759/cureus.114234 Background Lower thoracic epidural anesthesia is widely used for perioperative analgesia in thoracic and upper abdominal surgeries. However, accurate localization of the epidural space remains technically challenging because of the complex thoracic anatomy. Preprocedural ultrasonography has emerged as a useful adjunct […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 17 September, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Venous Air/Gas Embolism During Surgical Hysteroscopy: An Underestimated, Potentially Lethal Complication

Authors: Choi E, Yeom J, Kwon M, et al. Cureus 18(8): e114578. doi:10.7759/cureus.114578 Abstract Hysteroscopic surgery is generally considered low risk; however, venous air/gas embolism is a potentially lethal complication with high mortality in severe cases. We summarize the pathophysiology and clinical features to support timely emergency management. A 46-year-old woman with a uterine myoma […]

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