AUTHORS: Choi, Una E. BA et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 139(2):p 254-261, August 2024. BACKGROUND: Perioperative red blood cell (RBC) transfusions increase venous thromboembolic (VTE) events. Although a previous study found that plasma resuscitation after trauma was associated with increased VTE, the risk associated with additional perioperative plasma is unknown. METHODS: A US claims and […]
Read MoreASA Monitor August 2024, Vol. 88, 22. In a patient presenting for neurologic surgery, which of the following times would be MOST appropriate for administering chemoprophylaxis (using antiplatelet or antithrombotic agents) for venous thromboembolism (VTE)? (A) Two hours prior to the surgical procedure (B) 24 hours after the end of the surgical procedure (C) 96 hours […]
Read MoreAuthor: David Matthews (Matt) Hatch, MD, MBA, FASA ASA Monitor August 2024, Vol. 88, As anesthesiologists, we play critical roles throughout the entire health care system. Serving as guardians of patient safety before, during, and after surgery – especially when there’s an emergency – is only the beginning. Unfortunately, policymakers, health care executives, and the […]
Read MoreASA Monitor August 2024, Vol. 88, 30. Revolutionary window into the brain In a pioneering study, researchers implanted a transparent window in a patient’s skull and used functional ultrasound imaging (fUSI) to gather high-resolution brain data. This novel method, applied for the first time in an awake, behaving human performing tasks, offers significant potential for noninvasive […]
Read MoreWe are seeking a dedicated anesthesiologist to join our all-anesthesiologist group. Our team will consist of 4 full-time providers and 1 for vacation relief, managing 3 operating rooms. Position Highlights: Zero call for 3 weeks, followed by 1 week of call without daytime work only call after 7 PM therefore you may not work the […]
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