Anesthesiology

Anesthesiology Published - 18 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Delayed-Onset Postsurgical Myofascial Pain Following Axillary Artery Cannulation

Author: Watanabe I, et al. Cureus 17(9): e91853, September 08, 2025. doi:10.7759/cureus.91853 This case report describes a 48-year-old man who developed delayed-onset myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) one year after axillary artery cannulation for total arch replacement surgery. While chronic postsurgical pain (CPSP) is usually attributed to neuropathic or psychosocial factors, this case highlights musculoskeletal causes […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 18 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
5 anesthesiologists on the challenges driving the provider shortage

Author: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review From declining reimbursements to rising stipends and burnout, providers are sounding alarms about how anesthesia provider shortages can impact care delivery. Here’s what five anesthesiologists have recently told Becker’s about the challenges ahead: Yusuf Ahmad, MD. Anesthesiologist in Berkley, Calif.: Outpatient facilities need to mature in their way of thinking in […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 18 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
ASCs’ biggest anesthesia cost-saving opportunities

Author: Francesca Mathewes Becker’s ASC Review As ASC leaders seek to get soaring anesthesia costs under control, they are turning towards several clinical and operational shifts to get the job done. More in-depth collaboration with anesthesia providers ASC leaders have found success in building strong, collaborative relationships with their anesthesia partners and being more open […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 18 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Pre-morbid Commonalities Among Patients Undergoing Emergent Cricothyrotomy at a Tertiary Care Level 1 Trauma Center

Authors: Modi R, Shapiro Y, Raizada S, et al. Cureus 17(9): e92157. doi:10.7759/cureus.92157 This retrospective study examined 32 cases of emergent cricothyrotomy performed at a level 1 trauma center between 2014 and 2025. The goal was to identify pre-morbid conditions and airway findings that predispose patients to failed intubation and necessitate surgical airway access. The […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 17 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Negative-Pressure Pulmonary Edema: A Perioperative Emergency

Author: Shaikh N, et al. Cureus 17(9): e91868, September 08, 2025. doi:10.7759/cureus.91868 This narrative review examines negative-pressure pulmonary edema (NPPE), a rare but potentially fatal perioperative complication most often seen after extubation. NPPE results from forceful inspiratory efforts against an obstructed glottis, generating extreme negative intrathoracic pressure that draws fluid into the alveoli. It is […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 17 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
The Successful Anesthetic Management of an Adult With Cri-du-Chat Syndrome by Using Personalized Behavioral Strategies

Author: Mavridou P, et al. Cureus 17(9): e91969, September 10, 2025. doi:10.7759/cureus.91969 This case report describes the anesthetic management of a 34-year-old man with Cri-du-Chat syndrome (CDCS) undergoing periodontal surgery under general anesthesia. The patient refused pharmacologic premedication and exhibited severe separation anxiety, making behavioral strategies essential. With caregiver guidance, repetitive familiar phrases and a […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 17 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Assessment of Neuromuscular Blockade Depth Using Train-of-Four (TOF) Monitoring Following Rocuronium Extravasation

Authors: Yoshioka K, et al. Cureus 17(9): e91997, September 10, 2025. doi:10.7759/cureus.91997 This case report describes a 50-year-old hemodialysis patient who experienced rocuronium extravasation during induction for occipitocervical fixation. Despite administration of additional intravenous rocuronium, prolonged neuromuscular blockade occurred. Train-of-four (TOF) monitoring revealed unstable counts ranging from 0 to 4 between 37 and 90 minutes […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 17 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Contact of Teeth With Blades of Macintosh Laryngoscope, McGrath MAC® Video Laryngoscope, and Pentax-AWS Airway Scope® During Tracheal Intubation

Authors: Hirose N, et al. Cureus 17(9): e91688, September 5, 2025. doi:10.7759/cureus.91688 This randomized crossover simulation study compared dental contact patterns during orotracheal intubation with three laryngoscopes: the Macintosh (#3 blade), McGrath MAC® video laryngoscope (#3 blade), and Pentax-AWS Airway Scope® (SL blade). Fifteen anesthesiologists performed intubations on two simulator models, with colored articulating papers […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 17 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
The CRNA workforce in 10 numbers

Author: Patsy Newitt Becker’s ASC Review Here are 10 numbers on the CRNA workforce, according to a white paper from Medicus Healthcare Solutions published May 21. 1. There are an estimated 67,700 CRNAs in the United States, about 200 per 100,000 people. 2. Employment for CRNAs is projected to grow 10% from 2023 to 2033, creating roughly 5,200 new […]

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Anesthesiology Published - 16 September, 2025    By - Dr Clemens
Neostigmine-Atropine Combination Triggered Stress Cardiomyopathy in a Healthy Patient

Authors: Chamma AG, et al. Cureus 17(9): e91738, September 6, 2025. doi:10.7759/cureus.91738 This case report describes a 40-year-old healthy woman who developed ventricular fibrillation (VF) and stress-induced cardiomyopathy (Takotsubo syndrome) immediately after routine reversal of neuromuscular blockade with neostigmine (0.04 mg/kg) plus atropine (0.02 mg/kg) at the end of an elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy. VF occurred […]

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