European journal of anaesthesiology
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Chest wall surgery for the correction of pectus excavatum or pectus carinatum has gained increased interest in recent years. Adequate pain treatment, respiratory physiotherapy and early ambulation are key to improving the outcomes. Although thoracic epidural analgesia is highly effective, its safety is controversial, leading to extensive scrutiny and questioning of its role. ⋯ Thoracic epidural analgesia is an extremely effective pain control technique, with a surprisingly high number of minor adverse events but safe with regard to serious adverse events.
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Observational Study
Influence of pairing in examiner leniency and stringency ('hawk-dove effect') in part II of the European Diploma of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care: A cohort study.
The European Diploma of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care (EDAIC) Part II examination is a supranational examination for anaesthesiologists. ⋯ The variations in grading approaches associated with different pairings emphasise the potential for the 'hawk-dove effect' to influence candidate performance and outcomes. Understanding these variations can guide curriculum development, examiner training and coupling, ensuring a balanced and equitable assessment process.