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Authors: Jiang et al. Anesthesiology August 25, 2025. doi:10.1097/ALN.0000000000005731 SummaryIn a large population-based cohort study using UK Biobank data, researchers followed 188,594 participants over 13 years to assess the relationship between chronic widespread pain (CWP) and cognitive decline. Individuals with CWP showed a higher risk of mild cognitive impairment (HR 2.55) and dementia (HR 1.53). […]
Read MoreAuthor: Sophie Eydis Becker’s ASC Review The corporatization of anesthesiology — driven by private equity activity, hospital acquisitions and national practice roll-ups — is transforming how care is delivered, raising concerns about costs, access and physician autonomy. Here are five key dynamics shaping the trend: 1. Rapid consolidation of anesthesia groups Private equity firms and large physician […]
Read MoreAuthors: Rodriguez-Patarroyo et al. Anesthesiology August 20, 2025. doi:10.1097/ALN.0000000000005730 SummaryIn a randomized cross-over study of 20 healthy volunteers, five full-body forced-air warming systems were compared. Across devices, heat flux flipped from net loss to net gain within 5 minutes, and mean skin temperature rose to ~35.5°C by 15 minutes, then stabilized. No statistically or clinically […]
Read MoreAuthor: Gomez M, et al. Journal of Neurosurgical Anesthesiology 37(3):271-278, July 2025. doi:10.1097/ANA.0000000000000981 This case series evaluated the effectiveness of epidural blood patch (EBP) in treating spontaneous intracranial hypotension (SIH). Data from 36 patients at a single Canadian center (2010–2022) were analyzed, encompassing 82 EBP procedures. Clinical details, treatment techniques, and outcomes were reviewed, with […]
Read MoreAuthor: Pierson D, et al. A & A Practice 19(7):e02017, July 2025. doi:10.1213/XAA.0000000000002017 This Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) study compared preoperative anterior quadratus lumborum block (aQLB; bupivacaine + dexamethasone sodium phosphate + methylprednisolone acetate) with the surgeon-placed intraoperative transversus abdominis plane block (sTAP; bupivacaine + liposomal bupivacaine) within an ERAS pathway for DIEP free-flap breast […]
Read MoreAuthor: Sophie Eydis Becker’s ASC Review Anesthesia is one of the most emerging threats to ASC profitability. While supply costs, staffing shortages and payer negotiations often dominate executive discussions, anesthesia-related expenses and reimbursement challenges are eroding margins. Here are five things to know about the current state of anesthesiology as it pertains to ASCs: 1. […]
Read MoreAuthor: Ferraro M, et al. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, August 17, 2025. This review examined 67 randomized controlled trials with more than 2300 adults evaluating ketamine, memantine, dextromethorphan, amantadine, and magnesium for chronic noncancer pain. Despite widespread off-label use, there was no convincing evidence that these NMDA receptor agonists reduced pain intensity across short, […]
Read MoreIf you’re an anesthesiologist searching for a balanced lifestyle and rewarding work, you’ll want to check out this opportunity. Our all-anesthesiologist group is seeking a dedicated team member to join our collaborative practice. Position Highlights: Zero Call for 3 Weeks: Enjoy three weeks of no call duty, followed by one week of call. Even during […]
Read MoreWe’re excited to announce the formation of a new anesthesia group in Riverdale, GA, located just 10 minutes from the Atlanta Airport. We’re seeking dedicated CRNAs to join our collaborative care team, which will include 4 full-time CRNAs and 2 anesthesiologists managing 4 operating rooms. This is a 25% independent practice and doing own blocks! […]
Read MoreAuthor: Brauser D Medscape Medical News The FDA has approved KETARx, a racemic ketamine formulation developed by PharmaTher Holdings, for the treatment of post-surgical pain. This marks a significant regulatory milestone for ketamine, which remains the only psychedelic or “psychedelic-adjacent” compound included on the World Health Organization’s list of Essential Medicines. PharmaTher has indicated plans […]
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