Authors: Jeremy P. Walco, M.D. et al Anesthesiology August 2024, Vol. 141, 272–285. Background The relationship between postoperative adverse events and blood pressures in the preoperative period remains poorly understood. This study tested the hypothesis that day-of-surgery preoperative blood pressures are associated with postoperative adverse events. Methods The authors conducted a retrospective, observational study of adult […]
Read MoreAnesthesiology August 2024, Vol. 141, A13–A15. Beta-blockers after myocardial infarction and preserved ejection fraction. N Engl J Med 2024; 390:1372–81. PMID: 38587241. The efficacy of β-blocker use after myocardial infarction for secondary prevention is controversial. This parallel-group, open-label trial (September 2017 to May 2023; 45 centers in Sweden, Estonia, and New Zealand) of patients with acute […]
Read MoreAuthors: Brocha Kagan, PA-C KevinMD.com The opioid addiction crisis has escalated into a formidable challenge within the U.S. health care system, causing widespread devastation. The opioid epidemic has not only devastated communities and individual lives but has also inflicted a substantial economic toll on the health care system. The opioid epidemic has led to a […]
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 […]
Read MoreAuthors: Akash Goel, M.D., M.P.H. et al Anesthesiology August 2024, Vol. 141, 388–399. Substance use disorders, including alcohol use disorder, are a public health concern that affect more than 150 million people globally. The opioid antagonist naltrexone is being increasingly prescribed to treat opioid use disorder, alcohol use disorder, and chronic pain. Perioperative management of patients […]
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