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June 17, 2024

Scarring and Range of Motion

Scarring is a natural part of the healing process following injury, surgery, or other trauma to the skin and underlying ...
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May 20, 2024

New Recommendations for Postdural Puncture Headache (PDPH)

Postdural puncture headache (PDPH) is a medical complication resulting from dural puncture during the administration of neuraxial anesthesia. It is ...
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April 22, 2024

Examples of Referred Pain Related to Surgery

Referred pain, a phenomenon where pain is perceived in an area distinct from its actual source, presents a challenge for ...
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March 25, 2024

Use of Tranexamic Acid in Surgery 

Blood loss is one of the most common causes of mortality in both surgical and non-surgical settings. Antifibrinolytics are a ...
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NPO
February 25, 2024

Perspectives on NPO for Patients in Labor before Anesthesia

In healthcare, the practice of NPO, or nothing by mouth, is often implemented for patients prior to undergoing anesthesia. This ...
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MAC
January 29, 2024

Respiratory Monitoring During MAC

Monitored anesthesia care (MAC), defined by the American Society of Anesthesiologists as “a specific anesthesia service performed by a qualified ...
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December 28, 2023

Bradycardia during General Anesthesia

Intraoperative bradycardia, defined by heart rate (HR) below 60 beats per minute (bpm), is common, affecting nearly 11 percent of ...
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November 13, 2023

Nasal Surgery With or Without General Anesthesia

Nasal septoplasty is one of the most commonly performed procedures within otorhinolaryngology (ENT). The primary indication for this surgery is ...
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October 12, 2023

Overestimation of Penicillin Allergy 

Beta-lactams encompass a category of potent antibiotics comprising penicillins, cephalosporins, carbapenems, and monobactams [5]. These antibiotics, known for their exceptional ...
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September 8, 2023

Long-Term Opioid Use Related to Anesthesia 

The U.S. continues to face an opioid crisis, with the number of opioid deaths still on the rise. Long-term use ...
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June 22, 2023

Delayed Gastric Emptying 

Gastroparesis is a condition that affects the normal spontaneous movement of the stomach’s muscles. Normally, muscular contractions propel food through ...
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May 19, 2023

Link Between General Health and Surgery Outcomes 

General health factors such as age, preexisting medical conditions, and lifestyle habits can significantly impact the outcomes of surgery. Older ...
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