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Anesthesiology Published - 31 December, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Saccade tasks: A non-invasive approach for predicting postoperative delirium in elderly arthroplasty patients

Authors: Kang M et al. Anesthesiology. December 2025. SummaryThis prospective observational study evaluated whether eye movement–based saccade tasks can serve as a noninvasive and accurate tool to predict postoperative delirium (POD) in elderly patients undergoing arthroplasty. Given the limitations of existing cognitive screening tests and molecular biomarkers, the authors sought to determine whether saccadic performance […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 31 December, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
BEST Independent CRNA Opportunity – Savannah, TN just increased salary $15,000

Hardin Medical Center (122 beds) is offering a rare CRNA-only practice where you can enjoy full autonomy and an exceptional lifestyle. • Schedule: 2 weeks on / 1 week off (17 weeks off each year)• Model: Independent CRNA practice – no anesthesiologist supervision• Case Mix: General surgery, orthopedics, endoscopy, OB/GYN (including epidurals & C-sections)• No […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 30 December, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
The definition and aims of Anesthesia

Authors: Berger-Estilita J et al. Anaesthesia Critical Care & Pain Medicine. 2025. DOI: 10.1016/j.accpm.2025.101614 SummaryThis Delphi-based consensus statement sought to formally define anesthesia and articulate its core aims using a structured, international expert process. Although anesthesia is central to modern surgery, its expanding scope—spanning perioperative medicine, patient safety, long-term outcomes, and systems-level responsibilities—has made a […]

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Uncategorized Published - 30 December, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Effects of combined dexamethasone and dexmedetomidine as adjuncts to peripheral nerve blocks

Authors: Maagaard M et al. BMJ Journals Regional Anesthesia & Pain Medicine Vol 50 Issue 4 SummaryThis systematic review with meta-analysis and trial sequential analysis evaluated whether combining dexamethasone and dexmedetomidine as adjuncts to peripheral nerve blocks prolongs analgesia compared with placebo or either adjunct alone. Although both agents are commonly used to extend block […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 30 December, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Perioperative Blood Pressure and Neurocognitive Disorders After Noncardiac Surgery

Authors: Bright M et al. Journal of Neurosurgical Anesthesiology. 38(1):3–9, January 2026. SummaryThis focused narrative review examined the relationship between perioperative blood pressure management and postoperative neurocognitive disorders (pNCD) and stroke following noncardiac surgery. Although intraoperative hypotension has long been viewed as a modifiable risk factor through its potential effects on cerebral perfusion, accumulating evidence […]

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