Authors: Antonio Coviello et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 143(1):p 59-67, July 2026. The World Health Organization (WHO) designates epidural analgesia as the “gold standard” for labor pain relief.1 However, inserting epidurals can be challenging or contraindicated in certain situations (eg, thrombocytopenia, coagulopathy). Additional comorbidities may preclude neuraxial techniques, so the need for alternative methods becomes more pressing. Historically, pudendal […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Weixian Xu et al European Journal of Anaesthesiology August 06, 2026. BACKGROUND The ‘out of hours effect’ applies to patients undergoing surgery during night shifts, weekends or holidays, who face higher risks of complications and mortality. The 7-day service policy was implemented to ensure consistent healthcare delivery. OBJECTIVE To assess the association between surgical […]
Read MoreAuthors: Jinfang Song et al Anesthesiology 144(6):p 1329-1351, June 2026 Background: Depression is a prevalent psychiatric disorder linked to excitatory/inhibitory neurotransmission imbalance, particularly in the medial prefrontal cortex (mPFC). Propofol, a γ-aminobutyric acid type A (GABAA) receptor agonist, induces rapid mood improvements clinically, yet its antidepressant-like effects and underlying mechanisms remain unclear.Methods: Network pharmacology was used to […]
Read MoreAnesthesia Experts is recruiting a full-time Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist for a private anesthesia practice in Savannah TN. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CRNA seeking a highly desirable schedule, excellent compensation, and the ability to practice independently as part of a three-CRNA anesthesia team. Position Highlights • Excellent salary • Malpractice insurance […]
Read MoreAuthor: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review From facility penalties to time caps, anesthesiologists have spent the last two years absorbing insurer workarounds aimed, directly or indirectly, at paying less for anesthesia care. According to the American Society of Anesthesiologists, the pattern is not a coincidence but a strategy, and it has put itself at the […]
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