Effectiveness of ultra-rapid (20 min) high-frequency in-situ cardiac arrest simulations in a high-volume operating department – A tool for evaluating and implementing emergency rou... by Anna Sundelin, Anders Stålman, Therese Djärv

“…Background: In-situ simulations are effective in identifying latent safety threats. In high-volume elective operating departments, cardiac arrests are rare due to strict patient selection. …”
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Transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation prevents postoperative delirium in elderly patients (VNSTAR): protocol for a multicentre, randomised controlled trial by Anxin Wang, Bo Wang, Ruquan Han, Fa Liang, Youxuan Wu, Minyu Jian, Xinyan Wang, Haiyang Liu, Xuan Hou, Kangda Zhang, Tianyuan Wang

“…To date, no large prospective, randomised controlled studies have explored the effects of vagus nerve stimulation on POD.Method and analysis This study is a multicentre, double-blind, parallel, randomised controlled trial. …”
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The effect of mode of delivery on oxidative stress and antioxidant parameters in the mother, neonate and maternal milk by Abdullah Tok, Serdar Özer, Alev Özer, Ergül Bilge Kurutaş, Filiz Alkan Baylan, Metin Kılınç

“…Abstract Objectives To investigate the effect of vaginal delivery and caesarean section delivery on oxidative stress parameters and antioxidant enzymes in the mother, the infant, and maternal milk. Method This prospective observational study included pregnant women with a healthy, single pregnancy of 37–40 weeks. …”
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Medical students’ perception of supervision in MedUniVienna’s structured internal medicine and surgery clerkship program: Subject-specific differences and clerkship sequence effect... by Hofhansl, Angelika, Zlabinger, Gerhard, Bach, Lena, Röhrs, Josefine, Mayer, Anna-Maria, Rieder, Anita, Wagner-Menghin, Michaela

“…The scheduling of compulsory and elective work-based learning opportunities for undergraduate medical students (UGMS), especially when their numbers are high, results in varying clerkship sequences, which can influence career plans and examination outcomes. …”
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Effect of family-centred perioperative care for anaesthesia on the incidence of emergence delirium in children after surgery: a protocol for a randomised controlled trial in China by Ting Li, Jintao Hu, Fan Ye, Jiaying Chen, Chanfan Zheng, Shengnan Song, Chenxi Yang

“…Therefore, this study aimed to assess the potential of family-centred perioperative care for anaesthesia (FPCA) in mitigating the incidence of ED in children compared with routine anaesthesia.Method and analysis This multicentre, prospective, open-label, randomised controlled clinical trial will enrol a total of 444 children aged 2–6 years undergoing elective short surgery (estimated duration ≤2 h). …”
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Oportunidades perdidas: la ausencia de diagnóstico de la anemia preoperatoria by Maximiliano Berro

“…Existe consenso entre los expertos de que la prevalencia de anemia preoperatoria y su asociación con peores resultados clínicos justifican la pesquiza de anemia en todos los pacientes antes de la cirugía, excepto aquellos sometidos a procedimientos menores, y que dicho screening debe ser para todos los pacientes, no solo para los pacientes con fecha operatoria.[ Moral V, Abad Motos A, Jericó C, Antelo Caamaño ML, Ripollés Melchor J, Bisbe Vives E, García Erce JA; Expert Panel selected to carry out the Delphi Method. Management of peri-surgical anemia in elective surgery. …”
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Lipid imbalance and inflammatory oxylipin cascade at the maternal-fetal interface in recurrent spontaneous abortion by Hao Liu, Huijia Chen, Ting Han, Xin Wang, Jingcong Dai, Xiaojia Yang, ShanAn Chan, Richard D. Cannon, Yang Yang, Hatem Mousa, Shufang Chang, Ruiqi Chang, Ting-Li Han

“…Therefore, this research aimed to explore the effect of essential fatty acids, their transport, and downstream oxylipins at the maternal-fetal interface on RSA pathogenesis. Methods: Plasma, chorionic villus, and decidual tissue samples from the first trimester were collected from healthy pregnant women undergoing elective pregnancy terminations, as well as from patients experiencing spontaneous abortion. …”
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Transcriptomic Signature of Frailty in Older Patients With Cardiovascular Disease Undergoing Cardiac Surgery or TAVI by Omar Baritello, Simon H. Sündermann, Kristian Espinosa‐Garnica, Jörg Kempfert, Markus Jähnert, Nick L. Beetz, Dominik Geisel, Jasmin Gaugel, Julia Rominger, Ursula Müller‐Werdan, Catrin Herpich, Kristina Norman, Alexandra Chadt, Hadi Al‐Hasani, Heinz Völler, Annett Salzwedel, Heike Vogel

“…Our objective was the determination of the transcriptomic signature of physical frailty phenotypes in older patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Methods Patients aged ≥ 70 years, referred for elective cardiac surgery (e.g., coronary artery bypass graft) or transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) were recruited. …”
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Preoperatively-determined Red Distribution Width (RDW) predicts prolonged length of stay after single-level spinal fusion in elderly patients by Anton Früh, Dietmar Frey, Adam Hilbert, Claudius Jelgersma, Christian Uhl, Nitzan Nissimov, Peter Truckenmüller, David Wasilewski, Dimitrios Rallios, Matthias Hoppe, Simon Bayerl, Nils Hecht, Peter Vajkoczy, Lars Wessels

“…Research question: This study aims to elucidate the potential of RDW as a frailty biomarker predictive of prolonged hospital stays following elective mono-segmental fusion surgery in elderly patients. …”
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Effect of comprehensive nursing interventions in operating room on emergence agitation in patients undergoing oral and maxillofacial surgery under general anesthesia (手术室综合护理干预对口腔颌... by XIE Juan (谢娟), SUI Zhenhua (眭振华), XU Xiuqing (徐秀清)

“…Objective To explore the effect of comprehensive nursing interventions in operating room on emergence agitation (EA) in patients undergoing oral and maxillofacial surgery under general anesthesia. Methods Totally 88 patients undergoing elective oral and maxillofacial surgery under general anesthesia were randomly divided into control group and observation group, 44 cases in each group. …”
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Potential source of bias in AI models: lactate measurement in the ICU in sepsis patients as a template by Pratiksha Pradhan, Pratiksha Pradhan, Fredrik Willumsen Haug, Fredrik Willumsen Haug, Nebal S. Abu Hussein, Nebal S. Abu Hussein, Dana Moukheiber, Lama Moukheiber, Mira Moukheiber, Sulaiman Moukheiber, Luca Leon Weishaupt, Jacob G. Ellen, Helen D'Couto, Ishan C. Williams, Leo Anthony Celi, Leo Anthony Celi, Leo Anthony Celi, Joao Matos, Joao Matos, Joao Matos, Tristan Struja, Tristan Struja, Tristan Struja

“…We aimed to evaluate variation in serum lactate measurements in the intensive care unit (ICU) in sepsis.MethodsUtilizing MIMIC-IV (2008–2019), we identified adults fulfilling sepsis-3 criteria. …”
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A risk-adjusted and anatomically stratified cohort comparison study of open surgery, endovascular techniques and medical management for juxtarenal aortic aneurysms—the UK COMPlex A... by Rui V Duarte, Carrol Gamble, Claire Taylor, Bruce Campbell, Jonathan R Boyle, Andrew Cook, Srinivasa Rao Vallabhaneni, Colin D Bicknell, Shaneel R Patel, David C Ormesher, Samuel R Smith, Kitty H F Wong, Paul Bevis, John A Brennan, Alastair P Crosher, Murray M Flett, Richard J Jackson, Maciej T Juszczak, Ian M Loftus, Ian M Nordon, Jai V Patel, Kellie Platt, Eftychia-Eirini Psarelli, Peter C Rowlands, John V Smyth, Theodoros Spachos, Leigh Taggart

“…Preoperative CT scans of all patients who underwent elective AAA repair in England between 1 November 2017 and 31 October 2019 are subjected to Corelab analysis to accurately identify and include every complex aneurysm treated. …”
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The effect of stellate ganglion block on postoperative recovery quality in peri-menopausal women undergoing gynecological laparoscopic surgery by Xueling Yuan, Xueling Yuan, Yijie Tang, Yijie Tang, Xiyuan Xie, Xiyuan Xie, Jiapeng Qiu, Jiapeng Qiu, Yupeng Han, Yupeng Han, Peng Ke, Peng Ke, Chengjie Zheng, Chengjie Zheng, Kai Zeng, Xiaodan Wu, Xiaodan Wu

“…ObjectiveThis study aims to observe whether right-sided stellate ganglion block (SGB) before surgery can improve early postoperative recovery quality in peri-menopausal women undergoing elective gynecological laparoscopic surgery.MethodsNinety-four peri-menopausal women, who meet the inclusion criteria, scheduled for gynecological laparoscopic surgery were selected (Trial Registration: ChiCTR2200057907, March 21, 2022). …”
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Pregnancy outcomes following surgical repair of female genital fistula in UgandaAJOG Global Reports at a Glance by Abner P. Korn, MD, Justus K. Barageine, PhD, Hadija Nalubwama, MPH, Jaffer Okiring, PhD, Florence Nalubega, MMed, Shane Ian Asiimwe, MMed, Alphonsus Matovu, MMed, Alison M. El Ayadi, ScD

“…Conclusion: Our results demonstrate that in the study setting, greater attention to high-quality, comprehensive pregnancy care and birth planning are critical for improving outcomes among women who have undergone fistula repair, including facilitation of elective cesarean section which is recommended for postrepair births. …”
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Diagnosis of postpartum depression and associated factors in South Africa: a cohort study of 47,697 women by C. Gastaldon, V. Whitesell Skrivankova, G. Schoretsanitis, N. Folb, K. Taghavi, M. A. Davies, M. Cornell, G. Salanti, C. Mesa Vieira, M. Tlali, G. Maartens, M. Egger, A. D. Haas

“…Endometriosis, HIV, gestational diabetes, foetal stress, perineal laceration, elective or emergency C-section and preeclampsia were not associated with a higher risk of PPD. …”
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Preoperative continuation vs. discontinuation of angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors/angiotensin II receptor blockers on early cognitive function in elderly patients undergoin... by Xiaohan Wang, Xiaohan Wang, Xiaohan Wang, Xiaohan Wang, Yanan Yan, Yanan Yan, Yurong Liu, Yurong Liu, Chun Xu, Chun Xu, Jingwen Zhuang, Jingwen Zhuang, Jingwen Zhuang, Jingwen Zhuang, Zhiping Wang, Zhiping Wang, Zhiping Wang, Zhiping Wang

“…Elderly patients aged 65 years or older, scheduled for elective noncardiac surgery under general anesthesia, and receiving long-term ACEI/ARBs therapy were randomly assigned to either continue or discontinue ACEI/ARBs therapy on the morning of surgery. …”
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Pharmacogenetic and pharmacokinetic factors for dexmedetomidine-associated hemodynamic instability in pediatric patients by Yanping Guan, Bilian Li, Yiyu Zhang, Hao Luo, Xueding Wang, Xue Bai, Zhuoling Zheng, Yaying Huang, Wei Wei, Min Huang, Xingrong Song, Guoping Zhong

“…The aim of this study was to identify the clinical, pharmacokinetic, and genetic factors associated with DEX-induced hemodynamic instability in pediatric anesthesia patients.MethodsA cohort of 270 pediatric patients scheduled for elective interventional surgery received an intranasal dose of 3 mcg·kg-1 of dexmedetomidine, and subsequent propofol induction was conducted when patients had a UMSS of 2–4. …”
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Wider perioperative glycemic fluctuations increase risk of postoperative atrial fibrillation and ICU length of stay. by Ming Ann Sim, Weiling Liu, Sophia T H Chew, Lian Kah Ti

“…We aim to investigate the effect of the magnitude of acute perioperative glycemic fluctuations on the incidence of POAF in a multi-ethnic Southeast-Asian population.<h4>Methods</h4>We obtained data from1743 patients who underwent elective CABG in a tertiary heart centre from 2009-2011. …”
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Planned mode of delivery after previous cesarean section and short-term maternal and perinatal outcomes: A population-based record linkage cohort study in Scotland. by Kathryn E Fitzpatrick, Jennifer J Kurinczuk, Sohinee Bhattacharya, Maria A Quigley

“…<h4>Background</h4>Policy consensus in high-income countries supports offering pregnant women with previous cesarean section a choice between planning an elective repeat cesarean section (ERCS) or attempting a vaginal birth, known as a planned vaginal birth after previous cesarean (VBAC), provided they do not have contraindications to planned VBAC. …”
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Antiplatelet Therapy in Myocardial Bridge: Insights From the RIALTO Registry by Renzo Laborante, Giuseppe Ciliberti, Gaetano Rizzo, Francesco Canonico, Donato Antonio Paglianiti, Fabio Casamassima, Attilio Restivo, Domenico Cicchella, Francesco Burzotta, Carlo Trani, Cristina Aurigemma, Mattia Galli, Rocco Vergallo, Italo Porto, Gianluca Anastasia, Giuseppe Massimo Sangiorgi, Gianluca Massaro, Marta Cocco, Simone Biscaglia, Gianluca Campo, Daniele Andreini, Antonio Maria Leone, Filippo Crea, Giuseppe Patti, Domenico D'Amario

“…The primary end point was the time to first occurrence of net adverse clinical events, defined as a composite of cardiovascular death, nonfatal myocardial infarction, unplanned or elective coronary angiography, ischemic cerebrovascular events, and any bleeding. …”
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