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In the field of medicine, the volume of trials, systematic reviews, and society guidelines far exceeds what any clinician can hold in working memory, and much…
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Postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) is part of a broader group of perioperative neurocognitive disorders that are well-recognized complications after major…
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Shoulder surgery is frequently associated with substantial postoperative pain, making regional anesthesia an important component of perioperative analgesia. For decades,…
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Superior trunk block (STB) is an increasingly utilized regional anesthesia technique for shoulder and upper extremity surgery that provides effective…
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In anesthetic practice, preoperative airway assessment seeks to identify patients at risk for difficult ventilation or intubation. The expansion of…
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Identifying perioperative ischemic stroke can be challenging because neurological signs and symptoms may be masked by anesthesia, sedation, or postoperative…
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The physician recertification system was created to ensure that doctors maintain current knowledge and skills throughout their careers. While the…
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Although patients may be discharged home on the same day as procedures involving sedation or general anesthesia, they may not…
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Effective communication is one of the most important elements of high-quality healthcare. Patients are more likely to make informed decisions…
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