Tag: Surgery: Misc.
September 2018 Briefing – Anesthesiology
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Anesthesiology for September 2018. This roundup includes the latest...
Anti-Reflux Surgery Promising in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
In phase 2 study, surgery for abnormal acid GER in IPF patients was safe, well-tolerated
Surgical Mesh Itself Not Tied to Increased Complications
Increased facility use of mesh augmentation impacts risk of repeat prolapse repair surgery
No Benefit to Negative Pressure Wound Therapy After C-Section
Compared with standard dressings, no reduction in superficial surgical site infections in obese women
Surgeon Experience Aids Assessment of Futility
Greater experience helps surgeons guide patients, families away from interventions perceived as futile
Persistent Post-Op Opioid Use in Young Cancer Patients Explored
Higher inpatient pain scores linked to persistent use after major oncologic surgery for children, teens
Initial Abx Feasible Alternative for Uncomplicated Appendicitis
At five years, cumulative incidence of appendicitis recurrence 39.1 percent with antibiotic treatment
Statins Improve Long-Term Survival After AAA Repair
Findings in those taking statins before abdominal aortic aneurysm repair or initiating before discharge
Propofol May Decrease Delay in Neurocognitive Recovery
Less delay versus sevoflurane general anesthesia in older patients undergoing major cancer surgery
New Bronchoscopic Option Used for Severe Emphysema
First bronchoscopic lung volume reduction using endobronchial valve performed at Temple University
