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Common Medications for Spinal Anesthesia
Spinal anesthesia, also known as spinal block, is a common anesthetic technique used in various surgeries, particularly those involving the lower body, such as orthopedic,
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Cricoid Pressure in Anesthesia
Cricoid pressure (CP), otherwise termed Sellick’s maneuver, is a somewhat controversial technique used in anesthesia during intubation. The technique seeks to mitigate the risk of
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Anesthesia Consent: What Is It?
Anesthesia consent is a formal agreement between a patient and their healthcare provider regarding the use of anesthesia for a medical procedure. It involves understanding
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Anesthesia for Tracheal Resection
Tracheal resection, a complex surgical procedure aimed at removing a diseased or obstructed section of the trachea and reconnecting the healthy ends, presents unique challenges
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Resources to Learn Gastric POCUS
Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is a rapidly growing field in medicine, providing clinicians with real-time diagnostic capabilities at the bedside 1. Gastric POCUS is a specific
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Anesthesia Closed Claim Reviews
Anesthesia closed claim reviews are a pivotal component of healthcare quality improvement efforts, specifically in the field of anesthesiology. These reviews examine the details of
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Anesthetic Management of Labor and Delivery in Patients with Elevated Intracranial Pressure
Managing labor and delivery in patients with elevated intracranial pressure (ICP) presents a unique and complex challenge for anesthesiologists and obstetricians. Elevated ICP can be
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Use of Anesthesia in Sinuplasty
Sinus problems affect millions of individuals worldwide, causing discomfort and disruptions to daily life. For those whose symptoms persist despite medication and other treatments, sinus
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Anesthetic Management of Preeclampsia
Preeclampsia is a complex hypertensive disorder that affects women during pregnancy and the postpartum period, characterized by high blood pressure and often a significant amount
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Perioperative Echocardiographic Strain Analysis
Echocardiographic strain analysis is an emerging tool in perioperative cardiac monitoring, providing detailed insights into myocardial function that traditional echocardiographic methods may not capture. This
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Thoracic Anesthesia
Thoracic anesthesia is a specialized area of anesthesia that focuses on providing anesthesia and pain management for surgeries involving the chest (thoracic) area, including operations
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The Mu Opioid Receptor Agonist Oliceridine
The Mu Opioid Receptor Agonist Oliceridine represents a significant development in the field of analgesics, particularly in the management of moderate to severe acute pain.
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The Advantages of Using Prefilled Syringes in Anesthesia
In the rapidly evolving field of medical anesthesia, prefilled syringes have emerged as a powerful tool, offering myriad advantages to both healthcare providers and patients.
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The History of Anesthesia
Anesthesia has been a critical development in the field of medicine, revolutionizing surgical procedures and improving patient outcomes. This medical breakthrough allows doctors to perform