Neuraxial analgesia remains the gold standard for pain relief in labor, providing effective and well-tolerated analgesia. A recent review by Kearns, Broom, and Lucas explores the potential long-term effects of neuraxial analgesia on mothers and their...
Peripartum cardiac arrest, a rare but critical medical emergency, requires prompt and coordinated intervention to improve survival outcomes for both mother and baby. The primary causes of maternal cardiac arrest vary by region but generally include h...
A recent meta-analysis underscores the importance of gastric ultrasound in anesthetic practice, particularly for assessing the risk of pulmonary aspiration due to gastric contents. This study aims to establish a reliable upper limit for normal gastri...
The transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block, crucial for managing postoperative pain, varies in effectiveness depending on the approach used. The 2024 study by Salmonsen et al. aimed to assess the cutaneous sensory block area (CSBA) following a subco...
Tortuous veins, characterized by their enlarged and twisted, winding, or convoluted structure, deviate from the usual relatively straight path by forming multiple curves or loops. This unique anatomy presents considerable challenges during procedures...
A 20-year-old man developed mild to moderate ankle pain after dancing. He has flat feet but no history of previous injuries. Although non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) provide him temporary relief, his pain keeps returning and has been w...
A recent randomized study explored the comparative effectiveness of using 0.5% bupivacaine alone versus a mixture of 0.25% bupivacaine and 1% lidocaine in ultrasound-guided infraclavicular brachial plexus blocks for upper extremity surgeries. The stu...
A 65-year-old man with diabetes has been suffering left lateral hip pain for six months. He reports no fever and has no history of injury or previous interventions. The patient mentions that the pain intensifies during the night, making it difficult ...
Cadaveric Study Reveals Femoral Nerve-Sparing Volume for PENG Block Recent cadaveric research into the pericapsular nerve group (PENG) block highlights its motor-sparing advantages yet reveals limitations in completely preventing quadriceps weakness,...
To ensure safe IV access, it’s vital to distinguish between veins and arteries. This knowledge is particularly important for injections and blood draws. Here are the key differences: Location: Arteries are usually located deeper in the body com...
