Journal of clinical anesthesia
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Increased regulatory requirements for sterilization in recent years have prompted a widespread transition from reusable to single-use laryngoscopes. The purpose of this study was to determine if the transition from metallic reusable to metallic single-use laryngoscopes impacted the performance of direct laryngoscopy at an academic medical center. ⋯ Metallic single-use laryngoscopes were associated with less need for rescue intubation with alternate devices and lower incidence of poor laryngeal view compared to reusable metallic laryngoscopes.
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This study sought to understand the timing and important factors identified by residents regarding their decision to pursue a career in anesthesiology, training areas deemed important to their future success, perceived greatest challenges facing the profession of anesthesiology, and their post-residency plans. ⋯ Most residents identified anesthesiology as their career choice during medical school. Interest in non-traditional subjects and fellowship training was common. Competition from non-physician providers, healthcare system changes, and compromised psychological well-being were perceived concerns.
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