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“Synergy” Between Anesthetic Agents

Dec 16, 2024

Drug interactions occur when one drug influences the behavior and effects of another, potentially enhancing or diminishing their effects or creating new therapeutic or adverse outcomes. Clinicians must be aware of drug interactions, especially during the perioperative...

Management of Patient Movement Under Sedation

Nov 13, 2024

Patient movement under sedation is a significant concern during procedures that require precise technique or that can be harmful to patients if disrupted. Managing this issue is crucial to ensure a safe, smooth, and successful procedure. Sedation is the...

New CPT Codes for Pain Medicine

Oct 3, 2024

The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) system, maintained by the American Medical Association (AMA), is a set of codes used by healthcare professionals to document medical services and procedures for billing and insurance purposes 1. CPT codes are essential for...

IV Location for Anesthesia

Aug 19, 2024

Intravenous (IV) access is a fundamental component of modern anesthesia practice, providing a critical route for the administration of anesthetic agents, fluids, and medications 1. The selection of an IV location for anesthesia significantly impacts the efficacy,...

Neurological Complications from Nerve Blocks

Jul 8, 2024

Nerve blocks are commonly used in anesthesia to provide targeted pain relief by interrupting nerve signal transmission. Despite their widespread use and general safety, neurological complications can occur, albeit rarely. Understanding the neurological complications...

Steroid Adjuvant for Nerve Blocks

Jun 10, 2024

Dexamethasone, a synthetic steroid hormone, has been extensively studied for its role as an adjuvant in peripheral nerve blocks, an anesthesia technique used to manage perioperative pain. Peripheral nerve blocks involve the injection of local anesthetics near specific...