GLP-1 agonists and anesthesia risk: Assessment of gastric content using ultrasound

Introduction The widespread adoption of glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs), such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, has transformed the management of type 2 diabetes mellitus and obesity. Howeve...

The pregnant and postpartum stomach

Introduction Pulmonary aspiration remains one of the most feared complications in obstetric anesthesia. Although rare, it carries significant maternal and neonatal morbidity. A comprehensive 2026 review publish...

New POCUS Course: Airway Assessment!

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our Airway Assessment course, now available in the POCUS App! This comprehensive course is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to p...

Evaluating Preoperative Gastric Ultrasound in Diabetic Patients with Dysautonomia

The relationship between diabetes mellitus (DM) and delayed gastric emptying has long been a concern for anesthesiologists, especially due to the associated risks of pulmonary aspiration during surgery. A recen...

A novel point-of-care ultrasound method for assessing diaphragmatic excursion

A recent study published in Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (2024) introduces a novel approach to evaluating diaphragmatic function using point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS). Conducted by Dr. Diogo Da Concei...

eFAST: A valuable tool in trauma diagnosis

The extended Focused Assessment with Sonography in Trauma (eFAST) is a valuable diagnostic tool for quickly assessing trauma patients. It helps identify life-threatening conditions such as pneumothorax, cardiac...