Anesthesiology

Anesthesiology Published - 2 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Sugammadex vs. neostigmine: the train-of-four counts too

Authors: Ashley Lee Ai Si et al Association of Anaesthetist Great Britain & Ireland September 2026 Non-depolarising neuromuscular blocking drugs are indispensable in contemporary anaesthesia practice, but their use carries the risk of residual neuromuscular blockade. This is a well-established and modifiable contributor to postoperative pulmonary complications, with substantial costs in terms of patient morbidity, […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 2 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
10 questions healthcare leaders should ask about their anesthesia program

Author: Nathan Yoder, Executive Vice President, CCI Anesthesia Becker’s Clinical Leadership Anesthesia services influence far more than the operating room. They affect surgical growth, provider relationships, operational efficiency and hospital financial performance. Hospitals across the country are reevaluating anesthesia partnerships as staffing shortages, surgical demand and financial transparency become increasingly important operational priorities. At the […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 2 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
High-flow nasal oxygen in anesthesiology practice

Authors: Willem J. M. Schellekens MD, PhD et alCanadian Journal of Anesthesia 11 September 2026 Volume 73, pages 805–822 (2026) Purpose Hypoxemia is an important complication of general anesthesia and procedural sedation and is associated with cardiopulmonary complications, increased hospital length of stay, and increased mortality. Through this Continuing Professional Development module, we aim to guide anesthesiologists […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 2 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Continuous Respiratory Oscillometry in Pediatric Laparoscopic Surgery—The COMET Study

Authors: Neil Hauser et al Pediatric Anesthesia September 2026 Background Laparoscopic appendectomy is the accepted surgical approach for appendicitis in centers worldwide. Laparoscopic surgery requires the creation of a pneumoperitoneum to facilitate surgical access. Laparoscopic surgery affects the respiratory mechanics of patients under general anesthesia. In pediatric patients, there is very little published data that […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 2 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Effect of Intraoperative Hemispheric Synchronized Sounds on Depth of Anesthesia and Postoperative Pain in Children Undergoing Infraumbilical Surgery

Authors: Nishitha Vashist et al Pediatric Anesthesia September 2026 Background Binaural beats have been shown to have sedative effects in adults. Our study aimed to evaluate the effect of hemispheric synchronized sounds on depth of anesthesia primarily and postoperative pain relief in children. Objective This study aimed to evaluate the effect of Intraoperative hemispheric synchronized […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 2 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
$500,000 Anesthesiologist Opportunity in Key West — Live Where Others Vacation

At some point, a career decision becomes a life decision. This opportunity offers $500,000 in annual compensation, paid malpractice, a 1:4 call schedule, the opportunity to continue doing your own cases, and a bread-and-butter with OB practice without hearts, heads, or major trauma. But the real difference begins when the workday ends. You are in […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 1 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Exogenous Sex Hormones and Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting Risk in Transgender Patients

AUTHORS: Leonard J. Soloniuk et al   Anesthesia & Analgesia 143(3):p 485-492, September 2026. BACKGROUND: Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) remain a significant consideration in perioperative care; however, the incidence and risk factors of PONV in transgender patients are poorly understood. This study investigated the rates of PONV in transgender patients receiving gender-affirming hormone therapy (GAHT) […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 1 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Can anesthesiologist assistants help solve the workforce crunch?

Author: Cameron Cortigiano Becker’s ASC Review Expanding the anesthesiologist assistant pipeline would add more providers to the anesthesia workforce, but whether it would add access is a different question. The current shortage isn’t just a pipeline problem. It’s a mismatch between where providers are trained, what models facilities can afford and which communities can attract coverage […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 1 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Alternatives to Local Anesthetics for Neuraxial Anesthesia

Radius Anesthesia blog Neuraxial anesthesia is traditionally achieved with local anesthetics such as bupivacaine, lidocaine, and ropivacaine, which produce reversible sensory and motor blockade by inhibiting voltage-gated sodium channels. However, certain clinical circumstances, including allergies, local anesthetic systemic toxicity, drug shortages, or the need to prolong analgesia, have prompted interest in alternative neuraxial agents. Although no currently available medication […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 1 October, 2026    By - Dr Clemens
Ketamine in ambulatory anesthesia: dose-dependent effects on breathing and cortical function

Authors: Omid Azimaraghi et al   Current Opinion in Anaesthesiology September 03, 2026. Purpose of review Ketamine was introduced into medical practice in 1965 and is widely utilized to provide sedation and analgesia. Low-dose ketamine can be used in ambulatory surgery following an assessment of risks and benefits. Recent findings Ketamine is an N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor antagonist […]

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