ANESTHESIA

Jul 02 2025HEALTH

Finding the Better Pain Relief for Ear Surgeries

Ear surgeries can be quite painful, and finding the right pain relief is crucial. Two methods were put to the test: a nerve block called the superficial cervical plexus block (SCPB) and a common painkiller, intravenous morphine. The goal was to see if the nerve block could be just as good as morphine for managing pain after surgery. A study involved 100 patients, sp...

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Jun 20 2025HEALTH

Using Surveillance to Speed Up Surgery

Surgery is a high-stakes game, and every second counts. To make things run smoother, researchers have been working on ways to automate anesthesia. One big challenge is knowing exactly when to switch the anesthesia system to automated mode. This is usually done manually, but what if a computer could figure it out? That is what a recent study set out to do. The go...

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Jun 11 2025HEALTH

Calcium's Role in Preventing Uterine Weakness During C-Sections

Uterine atony is a major cause of postpartum bleeding. It's responsible for nearly two-thirds of these cases. This is a serious issue that can lead to complications for both the mother and the baby. Calcium is crucial for muscle contractions, including those in the uterus. So, it makes sense that calcium might help keep the uterus firm and reduce the risk of atony. H...

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Apr 21 2025HEALTH

Kids and the Wacky World of Anesthesia

The world of anesthesia is a bit like a magic trick. It can make kids go from wide awake to fast asleep in seconds. But sometimes, when they wake up, things get a bit wacky. This is known as pediatric anesthesia emergence delirium, or PAED. It's like when a kid wakes up from a nap and is super confused or upset. But why does this happen? Well, it's a bit of a mystery...

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Apr 05 2025HEALTH

The Surprising Truth About Long-Lasting Numbing

Local anesthesia is a common medical procedure. It numbs a specific area of the body. This is useful for minor surgeries and dental work. Doctors use it to prevent pain during these procedures. The goal is to make the experience more comfortable for the patient. Prolonged duration local anesthesia is a type of numbing that lasts longer. It can keep an area numb for ...

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Mar 01 2025SCIENCE

Waking Up: What Happens When You Come Out of Anesthesia?

Imagine waking up from a deep sleep, but this time, it's not just any sleep—it's from anesthesia. Doctors have been studying how long it takes for people to wake up from general anesthesia. This isn't just about timing; it's about understanding how our brains regain consciousness. First, let's talk about why this matters. When someone goes under anesthesia, their br...

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Feb 09 2025HEALTH

Doze Off or Stay Awake

Nervous about a hernia fix? You might be wondering: does it matter if I'm unconscious or just numb from the waist down during the surgery? A big debate in the surgical circle is whether to go with general anesthesia, where you're completely unconscious or to stay conscious but numb from the waist down with an anesthetic. In the realm of inguinal hernia repairs, sur...

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

Beat the Cold: Zero-Heat-Flux Thermometry vs. Infrared Tympanic Monitoring

Have you ever wondered how doctors keep track of a patient's body temperature, despite all the fluctuations, during surgery? Well, it's a big deal because catching issues like hypothermia and malignant hyperthermia early on can make a huge difference. During major surgeries, anesthesia can cause a patient's body temperature to go up and down. This is where tempe...

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Jan 27 2025HEALTH

Teaching Anesthesia Nurses: The Importance of Consistency

Nurses who focus on anesthesia need hands-on training to master their skills. In China, though, these training programs aren't always the same. This means the quality of training can differ a lot from one place to another, similar to baking a cake without clear instructions. Sometimes it works out, sometimes it doesn't. Imagine trying to provide the best care when y...

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Jan 08 2025HEALTH

Safety in Thoracic Anesthesia: Protecting Healthcare Workers from Airborne Diseases

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought to light the risks healthcare workers face from airborne diseases. These risks are especially high during thoracic anesthesia, where procedures like tracheal intubation and flexible bronchoscopy can generate aerosols. These tiny droplets can spread respiratory infections. To keep both patients and healthcare professionals safe, the t...

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