Using regional anesthesia rather than general anesthesia reduces the need for blood transfusions in patients undergoing bilateral total knee replacement, according to a new study by researchers at ...
Regional anesthesia did not impair functional recovery in adolescents who underwent anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery, with most patients achieving good functional outcomes by 6 months ...
The word "surgery" often leads to a discussion about other things, including the type of anesthesia that will be used during a procedure. The truth is, there are many different types of anesthesia ...
Although the incidence of perioperative nerve injuries (PPNIs) appears to be declining, patients who receive a combination of regional and general anesthesia are at increased risk for the problem, a ...
In vitro studies demonstrated a reduced incidence of apoptosis in patients administered inhaled anesthetics compared with those administered propofol during surgery. New research findings by ...
Doctors may use general anesthesia during delivery if regional anesthesia is not a suitable option. Doctors typically reserve general anesthesia for surgical deliveries, such as cesarean deliveries.
Caesarean section (CS) can be a life-saving procedure for women and babies when potentially life-threatening complications occur during pregnancy or childbirth, such as abnormal fetal presentation, ...
Propensity-score matched pair comparison of brachytherapy-based accelerated partial breast irradiation versus whole breast Canadian hypofractionation. A pilot study of preoperative (Pre-op), ...
Recently, I discussed common patient fears of general anesthesia and increasing interest and demand for aesthetic procedures ...
Medicare generally covers anesthesia when it is deemed medically necessary and administered by qualified professionals, but it typically does not cover anesthesia for cosmetic procedures or routine ...