Content with keyword "Epidural"
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Anesthesia in the NewsEffect of Epidural Analgesia in Labor on Gastric Emptying
The initial description of aspiration pneumonia in 66 parturients by Curtis Lester Mendelson in 1946 led to advocacy for measures to prevent this... Read more
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Anesthesia in the NewsUnintentional Dural Puncture May Lead to Chronic Headaches
While unintentional dural puncture occurs in only ~1% of epidural administration, it may lead to longer-term complications than previously realized.... Read more
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Anesthesia in the NewsEpidural Analgesia and Autism Risk
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that affects social skills, communication, and behavior control, and... Read more
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Strictly ClinicalUse of Nalbuphine for Treatment of Neuraxial Opioid-Induced Pruritus: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Opioid-induced pruritus is prevalent after neuraxial administration of opioid. A number of preventive measures have been reported; however, only a... Read more
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Strictly ClinicalAnesthetic Management of a Laboring Patient With a Closed-Loop Stimulation Pacemaker: A Case Report
A new generation of cardiac implantable devices, known as Closed Loop Stimulation pacemakers, are now utilized to reduce episodes of bradycardia,... Read more
