AUTHORS: Lasocki, Sigismond MD, PhD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 137(1):p 182-190, July 2023. BACKGROUND. Assessment of anemia and iron deficiency before surgery is pivotal for patient blood management (PBM), but few data on current practices are available in the French context. The objective of this study was to describe anemia and iron deficiency management and […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Wang, Tzu Chun MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia July 10, 2023. BACKGROUND: Electroencephalographic pattern changes during anesthesia reflect the nociception-analgesia balance. Alpha dropout, delta arousal, and beta arousal with noxious stimulation have been described during anesthesia; however, data on the reaction of other electroencephalogram signatures toward nociception are scarce. Analyzing the effects of […]
Read MoreAuthor: Michael Walter Cardiovascular Business The International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR), a global group focused on improving patient outcomes after in-hospital cardiac arrest (IHCA), has shared 10 steps hospitals can take to improve the quality of care IHCA patients receive at their facilities. The full document was published in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes.[1] The ILCOR, […]
Read MoreIn the anesthesia industry, the choice between in-house billing and outsourcing is pivotal. While in-house operations may promise control, the reality is complex and costly. The financial burden of in-house billing extends far beyond payroll, encompassing overlooked expenses like office space, software, and compliance measures. Moreover, the intangible costs of staff recruitment, training, and management […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Zhou, Shuangqiong MD et al Anesthesia & Analgesia 137(1):p 176-181, July 2023. BACKGROUND: High-flow nasal oxygen (HFNO) therapy is widely used in critical care obstetrics to improve oxygenation. Much of the benefit of HFNO is linked to the creation of modest levels of positive airway pressure. Pregnant women are generally considered to be at high […]
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