Author: Kelly Wolfgang ASA Monitor October 2024, Vol. 88, 28. In early January 2023, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) voted to issue a rule banning the use of noncompete agreements in employment contracts, concluding that they negatively affect competition, suppress wages, hamper innovation, and block entrepreneurs from starting new businesses. The rule, which went into effect […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Xiong, Xinglong MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 139(4):p 743-753, October 2024. BACKGROUND: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of esketamine on the risk of postoperative delirium (POD) in adults undergoing on-pump cardiac valve surgery. METHODS: In this randomized, triple-blind, controlled trial, 116 adult patients with an American Society of Anesthesiologists […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Cao, Lei MBBS et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 139(4):p 734-742, October 2024. BACKGROUND: The effects of oxygenation targets (partial pressure of arterial oxygen [Pao2], arterial oxygen saturation [Sao2]/peripheral oxygen saturation [Spo2], or inspiratory oxygen concentration [Fio2] on clinical outcomes in critically ill patients remains controversial. We reviewed the existing literature to assess the effects of […]
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 MoreASA Monitor October 2024, Vol. 88, 26. Masimo W1® Medical Watch receives FDA 510(k) clearance for connectivity Masimo announced that the Masimo W1® medical watch has received FDA 510(k) clearance for connectivity, allowing it to be integrated with the Masimo SafetyNet® comprehensive telemonitoring solution. Masimo W1 Medical received FDA clearance last year as the first medical watch to provide […]
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