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Few studies have been published on the cognitive function and its relationship with quality of life (QoL) in patients with laryngeal squamous cell carcinoma (LSCC) undergoing surgery.
Perioperative anxiety is associated with complications during and after surgery, resulting in prolonged hospital stays, and long-term physical and cognitive decline. A prospective observational study was condu...
The induction of spinal anesthesia is often followed by hypotension, which has been associated with post-operative end-organ damage. A timely prediction of spinal anesthesia-induced hypotension (SAIH) paired w...
Laparoscopic appendectomy is a common emergency surgical procedure worldwide, known for its benefits of reduced pain, shorter hospital stays, and quicker recovery times. Although postoperative care typically i...
Despite the absence of scientific evidence, fasting before percutaneous cardiac catheterization is still recommended to minimize complications. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to compare the out...
Acute postoperative pain management often requires opioid treatment with patient-controlled analgesia (PCA). Non-invasive PCA with a sublingual sufentanil tablet system (SSTS) may reduce acute pain sufficientl...
The optimal fluid management strategy for patients undergoing on-pump cardiac surgery was controversial regarding the fluid types. This study aimed to compare the impact of hydroxyethyl starch (HES) and succin...
Hip fracture in the elderly is considered a significant public health burden due to a high rate of mortality and this is globally being seen as a serious concern. However, comorbidities requiring anticoagulant...
Remimazolam toluene sulfonic acid is a short-acting benzodiazepine primarily studied for intravenous anesthesia. To date, few studies have focused on the effects of the combination of remimazolam and inhalatio...
This study aimed to evaluate the effect of perioperative real-time information sharing on family members’ anxiety in patients undergoing elective thoracoscopic lobectomy and to explore the potential role of in...
This study aims to investigate the effects of remimazolam on postoperative melatonin secretion, sleep rhythm, and postoperative delirium (POD) in elderly patients undergoing spinal surgery.
Opioids are commonly used in general anesthesia for pain management. However, they are linked to significant side effects. Patients undergoing laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy, particularly those with obesity, ...
To investigate whether remote ischemic preconditioning (RIPC) could reduce the incidence of perioperative neurocognitive disorder (PND) in elderly patients undergoing major surgery (> 2 h), to assess the poten...
It is common to observe a gap between the day on which the discharge criteria are reached and the actual day of discharge after colorectal surgery. The aim of this study is to understand the reasons for this d...
Postoperative delirium is a common and significant consequence in patients with type A aortic dissection following surgery; however, there is currently no effective postoperative care plan.
Music therapy, known for its profound impact on human emotions and physiology, has gained increasing attention for its applications in medical settings, particularly in surgery. This study conducted a bibliome...
The unfamiliar atmosphere of the operating room, waiting for anesthesia, and the process of surgery and anesthesia are some of the factors causing fear and anxiety in patients. It leads to physical and psychol...
Subglottic stenosis is a significant clinical challenge in pediatric anesthesia, often necessitating interventions that can lead to various postoperative complications. The aim of this study was to determine t...
This study aims to explore the analgesic effects and safety of periarticular injections of methylene blue (MB) combined with a cocktail formulation following total knee arthroplasty (TKA).
Patients with a brain tumor experience high levels of anxiety because of the fear of remaining functional and neuropsychological sequelae. This situation affects the postoperative quality of recovery. This stu...
Multimodal prehabilitation programs are effective at reducing complications after colorectal surgery in patients with a high risk of postoperative complications due to low aerobic capacity and/or malnutrition....
The integration of procedure-specific risks into preoperative patient assessment and optimization are crucial aspects of perioperative care. However, data on internists’ knowledge of surgical and anesthetic pr...
Smoking is the leading single cause of preventable death in England and also increases the risk of postoperative complications. The preoperative period is a potential opportunity to introduce smoking cessation...
In USA, total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) ranks amongst the top five surgeries that require hospitalization. As a result, the healthcare system in USA could face a considerable financial strain due to the emer...
Irrespective of baseline diabetes status, preoperative hemoglobin A1c (A1C) influences perioperative care in patients undergoing metabolic and bariatric surgery (MBS). Accordingly, the American Society of Meta...
This retrospective cohort study aims to evaluate and compare different postoperative pain management strategies for esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC), in order to provide scientific evidence for clinic...
We investigated the consistency and accuracy of the Index of Consciousness (IoC) and the Bispectral Index (BIS) in monitoring the sedative effect of ciprofol during the induction of general anesthesia. There i...
The application of artificial intelligence (AI) in anesthesiology has become increasingly widespread. However, no previous study has analyzed this field from the bibliometric analysis dimension. The objective ...
Preoperative anemia in orthopedic surgery is linked to adverse outcomes such as longer hospital stays, higher rates of blood transfusion, and increased risk of death. Effectively addressing and managing this c...
Prolonged postoperative ileus (PPOI) reportedly leads to compromised postoperative recovery and increased healthcare costs. However, the evidence for this claim was obtained from studies that included patients...
Postoperative extubation is a critical phase. Various medications and different ventilation modes are employed during extubation to minimize potential issues. This study aimed to observe the early effects of t...
This study aimed to investigate the current preoperative frailty status of elderly patients undergoing abdominal surgery and identify its associated factors. The objective of this study was to provide clinicia...
Patients experience significant postoperative pain after laparoscopic resection of colorectal cancer. Transversus abdominis plane block (TAPB) provides effective analgesia, and recent studies have also shown t...
Postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) is an ordinary complication of surgery, particularly cardiac surgery. It significantly increases in-hospital mortality and costs. This study aimed to establish a nomogr...
Racial and ethnic disparities in the treatment of perioperative pain have not been well-studied, despite being observed in a variety of other medical settings. The goal of this investigation was to evaluate th...
Postoperative delirium (POD) and postoperative cognitive dysfunction (POCD) are associated with major morbidity and mortality after surgery. This systematic review and meta-analysis determined whether preopera...
Stroke is a critical complication of cardiac surgery that results in increased mortality and morbidity. Limited treatment options are available for patients with severe neurological deficits, such as impaired ...
Day surgery has developed rapidly in China in recent years, although it still faces a shortage of anesthesiologists to handle pre-anesthesia routine before surgery. We hypothesized that ChatGPT may assist anes...
The use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) has increased substantially around the world; various global studies have documented the use of CAM by surgical patients in the preoperative period, with...
The original article was published in Perioperative Medicine 2024 13:97
Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is an efficacious treatment for end-stage knee osteoarthritis, often accompanied by severe postoperative pain. In certain patients, this pain can persist for over 3 months and is ...
Maintaining normothermia during the perioperative period is crucial for preventing complications, such as surgical site infections, prolonged hospital stays, and adverse cardiovascular events. This study aimed...
The airway should be thoroughly and accurately evaluated before anesthesia induction and endotracheal intubation. Awake direct laryngoscopy (ADL) can provide rapid, accurate, and intuitive airway assessment, e...
Preoperative health optimisation for elective surgery entails supporting patients to improve their health in preparation for their treatment and recovery. While there is consensus that this process should addr...
Simplified rapid hydration has been proven to be non-inferior to standard hydration in preventing contrast-associated acute kidney injury among chronic kidney disease patients undergoing coronary angiography. ...
Preoperative oral carbohydrate intake can improve the postoperative recovery of fasting patients in many kinds of surgeries; however, the effect of carbohydrates on patients undergoing daytime oral surgery is ...
This monocentric randomized controlled pilot trial investigates the impact of virtual reality (VR) hypnosedation on perioperative anxiety, pain, patient satisfaction, and medication usage during port implantat...
Post-partum hemorrhage (PPH) is a leading cause of maternal death worldwide. However, the effect of blood transfusion in patients undergoing cesarean section remains unclear.
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