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Fewer major complications and less post-op morbidity with no sacrifice in survival Kristin Jenkins, Contributing Writer, MedPage Up to 70% of patients with colorectal liver metastasis are likely candidates for minimally invasive liver surgery (MILS) in high-volume centers, according to an Italian research group. A single-center cohort study comparing outcomes in 885 resections for liver metastasis […]
Read MoreMultidrug-resistant “superbugs” that can cause dangerous infections in hospitals are becoming increasingly resistant to alcohol-based hand sanitizers and disinfectants designed to hold them at bay, scientists said. In a study of what the researchers described as a “new wave of superbugs”, the team also found specific genetic changes over 20 years in vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus, or […]
Read MoreAuthors: A. A. Klein et al Anaethesia July 2018 This is a consensus document produced by members of a Working Party established by the Association of Anaesthetists. It has been seen and approved by the Board of Directors. It is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution‐ Endorsed by the Royal College of Anaesthetists, the Royal College […]
Read MoreKidney disease is a “hidden epidemic” affecting more than 850 million people worldwide, renal experts say. That’s twice the number of diabetics (422 million) and more than 20 times the number of people with cancer (42 million) or HIV/AIDS (36.7 million). But most people don’t realize that kidney disease is a major health issue. “It […]
Read MoreAuthor: Martin Moylan Patients go to clinics and hospitals hoping to get better. But sometimes they end up getting sick because they pick up infections passed on by doctors and nurses who haven’t washed their hands. Hand-washing — or the lack of it — is a big issue. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says […]
Read MoreAUTHORS: Meyer, Larissa A., MD, MPH et al Obstetrics & Gynecology: August 2018 – Volume 132 – Issue 2 – p 281–290 OBJECTIVE: To investigate the effect of an enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) program on perioperative outcomes with an emphasis on opioid consumption and patient-reported outcomes in the immediate and extended postoperative periods. METHODS: We initiated our […]
Read MoreBackground Caesarean section rates are increasing worldwide and are a growing concern with limited explanation of the factors that influence the rising trend. Understanding obstetricians’ and midwives’ views can give insight to the problem. This systematic review aimed to offer insight and understanding, through aggregation, summary, synthesis and interpretation of findings from studies that report […]
Read MoreAnalgesics may be more effective in alleviating pain associated with postherpetic neuralgia (PHN) compared with topical therapies, antivirals, antidepressants, and antiepileptics, according to findings from a meta-analysis published in Pain Physician. PHN is defined by the presence of persisting pain for ≥120 days after the onset of rash at the acute herpes zoster site. For this meta-analysis, 2 […]
Read MoreOn July 17, anesthesiologist leader and ASA member Jeff Balser, President, CEO and Dean of the Vanderbilt University Medical Center, appeared before the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions. His message on the future of health care focused on reducing health care costs, eliminating waste and improving value for patients. I want to […]
Read MoreKetamine infusion may provide short-term pain relief for patients with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), according to a meta-analysis published in Current Pain and Headache Reports. However, study authors acknowledge the need for additional studies examining the efficacy of the drug for CRPS-associated pain. For this analysis, 2 investigators reviewed independently published randomized controlled trials and […]
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