Author: Sergio Zuazo and Bruno Santiago Cureus, July 5, 2026 Combining S-ketamine and dexmedetomidine in a single infusion may simplify drug administration and reduce the number of infusion pumps required during anesthesia or procedural sedation. However, the physical and chemical stability of this specific mixture had not previously been established. This laboratory study evaluated whether […]
Read MoreAuthor: Shreya Desai, et al. Cureus, March 2026 Pectoral nerve blocks are commonly used to provide analgesia for breast and anterior chest-wall surgery. Although PECS I and II blocks are generally considered superficial and relatively safe, local anesthetic may occasionally spread beyond the intended fascial planes and affect portions of the brachial plexus. This case […]
Read MoreThe Daily Dose Anesthesia & Analgesia and A&A Practice recognized researchers and peer reviewers whose work has advanced anesthesiology research, clinical care, and scientific publishing. The awards were presented during the A&A Lunch Symposium at the 2026 IARS and SOCCA Annual Meeting. The ceremony was moderated by A&A Editor-in-Chief Jaideep J. Pandit, MA, BMBCh, DPhil, […]
Read MoreAuthor: Naomi Diaz Becker’s ASC Review Chattanooga, Tenn.-based Erlanger Health System is notifying patients of Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital in Murphy, N.C., that their protected health information was sent to an unauthorized billing partner. Erlanger discovered the issue on May 13, according to a breach notification posted to the health system’s website. An investigation found that data belonging […]
Read MoreAnesthesia Experts and Carlsbad Anesthesia Services, LLC are seeking a full-time anesthesiologist to join our established anesthesia team at Carlsbad Medical Center in Carlsbad, New Mexico. This is an exceptional opportunity for an anesthesiologist seeking excellent compensation, a predictable schedule, manageable cases, and a true work-life balance. Because Carlsbad is located in a New Mexico […]
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