Journal of clinical anesthesia
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To identify modifiable preoperative factors that might influence the morbidity and mortality associated with non-elective, inpatient hip fracture surgeries in the geriatric surgical population. ⋯ Hip fractures remain a major source of morbidity in geriatric patients. Baseline dementia and inability to sign surgical consent are significant risk factors for adverse outcomes after hip fractures and should be considered in the informed consent process. Data from this study and currently ongoing randomized trials will help guide reductions in morbidity and mortality in this population.
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To provide an analysis of closed malpractice claims brought against anesthesiologists for positioning-related perioperative nerve injury (PRPNI). ⋯ PRPNI is multifactorial, and stems both from practitioner errors as well as from patient comorbidities and pre-existing neuropathies. Supine positioning can increase PRPNI risk. There are likely still causes of PRPNI of which we are not yet aware, given that despite concerted efforts towards positioning and padding interventions, injuries such as those described in this study still occur.
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Letter Randomized Controlled Trial
Predicting results of fibrinogen and platelet levels by TEG6s during cardiopulmonary bypass: A pilot study.
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Letter Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Performance of target-controlled infusion of propofol in plasma versus effect-site control during induction in elderly patients: A Letter To The Editor.