Authors: Azizullah A, Yousuf M S, Siddiqui K M, et al. Cureus 16(10): e70975. doi:10.7759/cureus.70975 Background Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) presents significant challenges in its management, not only due to the technical complexity of the procedure but also because it is primarily performed on elderly patients who often have multiple comorbidities, making perioperative care […]
Read MoreAuthors: Martin Dworschak, M.D., M.B.A.; Ekaterina Pataraia, M.D., M.B.A. Anesthesiology October 2024, Vol. 141, 808–809. To the Editor: We read with great interest the article by Soehle et al., recently published in this journal. They used three devices employing near-infrared spectroscopy technology (i.e., the INVOS 5100 C and the INVOS 7100 [Medtronic Inc., USA] and the ForeSight Elite [Edwards […]
Read MoreAuthors: Pinto A, Dinis R, Godinho P, et al. Cureus 16(10): e70899. doi:10.7759/cureus.70899 Abstract Stiff person syndrome (SPS) is a rare autoimmune neurological disorder characterized by muscle rigidity and episodic spasms that involve axial and limb musculature. It has important implications during anesthesia, as it leads to gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)-mediated inhibitory networks malfunction. This report […]
Read MoreAuthors: Bhalsod D, Taksande K, Paul A, et al. Cureus 16(10): e70907. doi:10.7759/cureus.70907 Abstract Osteoarthritis (OA) of the knee is highly prevalent in the elderly population and generally causes disabling pain and dysfunction. Thus, knee OA has become one of the most common indications for total knee replacement (TKR) surgery. Neuraxial anaesthesia management in patients […]
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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