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Cochlear Implant Surgery in Outpatient Settings
Cochlear implants (CIs), which offer a life-changing solution for people with severe hearing loss, traditionally require inpatient surgery to monitor potential postoperative complications. However, advances
Outpatient Urology Procedures
Outpatient urology procedures have shown a remarkable upward trend in recent decades, with the percentage of urological surgeries performed on an ambulatory basis increasing from
Labor Epidurals vs. Other Neuraxial Anesthesia
Childbirth is often accompanied by intense pain, making pain management during labor an important aspect of obstetric care. Labor epidurals are typically used for pain
Breakthroughs in Gene Therapy for Rare Diseases
Gene therapy represents a frontier in the treatment of rare genetic disorders, offering hope where traditional medicine has limitations. By directly correcting or modifying genes,
Diphenhydramine for Sedation
Diphenhydramine, a first-generation antihistamine, is known for its effectiveness in treating allergic reactions and its potent sedative properties (1). Discovered in the 1940s, it has
Research on Hypnosis for Pain
Hypnosis was first used in medicine by German physician Franz Mesmer, who used it to treat patients in Vienna and Paris. While the technique was
Nerve Blocks for the Arm
Nerve blocks are an important tool in anesthesia care and pain management, offering effective relief for many procedures and conditions. By disrupting the transmission of
Medications Associated with Emergence Delirium
Emergence delirium is a condition characterized by confusion, agitation, and a lack of environmental awareness during the recovery phase following anesthesia administration. It poses significant
Applications of Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery is a type of keyhole surgery (a minimally invasive surgical procedure involving a small incision) in which a laparoscope, a thin tube with
Cognitive Risks of Anesthesia
Anesthesia is a critical component of various medical procedures that ensures patient comfort and safety during surgeries or uncomfortable interventions. While the benefits of anesthesia
Role of Corticosteroids in Intubation
Intubation is required for patients whose airways are damaged or who are unable to breathe spontaneously. Such a condition can happen for various reasons, including
Side Effects of Inhalational General Anesthesia
Inhalational general anesthesia is a widely utilized method for inducing a state of unconsciousness during surgical procedures, ensuring patients feel no pain or discomfort. While
Need for Surgery in Bone Fractures
Bone fracture is a common injury [1]. There are many ways to repair bone fractures, including immobilization using a cast or a splint, and closed
Ultrasound Guided Quadratus Lumborum Block for Postoperative Pain Control
The Quadratus Lumborum (QL) block, an innovative regional anesthetic technique, is rapidly gaining popularity in the medical field. Originally introduced by Blanco et al. in
Innovations in Postoperative Pain Management
Postoperative pain is a common concern for individuals undergoing surgery. Over the years, medical innovations have led to new approaches to postoperative pain management, aiming
Levels of Anesthesia
If you have ever had surgery or know someone who has, you may have heard terms like “general anesthesia,” “sedation,” or “local anesthesia” being used.
Expect Before, During, and After Anesthesia
Anesthesia is a medical treatment that is used to induce a state of temporary unconsciousness or loss of sensation. It is commonly used during surgical