BMC anesthesiology
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Perioperative reflux aspiration presents a grave concern during sedation or general anesthesia, particularly when solid gastric contents prompt acute upper respiratory obstruction, potentially resulting in fatal consequences for patients. Currently, there are limited means for promptly assessing solid gastric contents in clinical settings. Therefore, this study examined the efficacy of ultrasound assessment for solid gastric contents, offering a rapid and non-invasive approach for early detection and decision-making regarding interventions. ⋯ Solid stomach contents can be evaluated qualitatively with reasonable accuracy using ultrasonography. Additionally, in patients undergoing upper endoscopy and assessed to have solid gastric contents with ultrasound, administration of mild sedation is recommended.
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Mentorship is crucial to career advancement, medical education, and psychosocial support, especially for women and minorities. Although anesthesia mentoring programs have shown promise, there are no survey data regarding mentor-mentee relationship dynamics. This study aimed to explore the dynamics of the anesthesia mentor/mentee relationship. ⋯ When possible, programs should prioritize matching mentors and mentees based on personal compatibility and experience in the mentee's area of interest. Addressing the perceived lack of interest in mentoring is essential for promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion within anesthesiology, as well as and uplifting women and minorities.
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The role of the geriatric nutritional risk index (GNRI) as a prognostic factor in intensive care unit (ICU) patients with acute kidney injury (AKI) remains uncertain. ⋯ GNRI serves as a significant nutrition assessment tool that is pivotal to predicting the prognosis of critically ill patients with AKI.
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The aim of this study was to investigate whether and to what extent perioperative hypnosis and relaxation techniques are used in German anaesthesia departments, what they are, where any difficulties in their application lie and how great the interest in this type of therapy is. Another research question was to find out whether there are specialist areas in which these methods are used more frequently than in other specialist areas. ⋯ Hypnosis techniques have been shown in many studies to be effective in increasing patient comfort (less anxiety and stress) and reducing both the need for medication and perioperative pain. The therapy is rarely used in Germany, although once established it can be easily integrated into perioperative procedures. Many departments have shown great interest in the topic. In the interests of patients, a structural change should be considered to promote the use of hypnotic procedures.
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Review Case Reports
"Ping-pong" in the heart: a case report and literature review.
Ball thrombus is rare and life-threatening. The correct diagnosis and timely management are key to improving patient prognosis. Here, we present a case report and literature review of ball thrombus. ⋯ Ball thrombus is rare in clinical settings. Urgent thrombectomy should be performed as soon as possible, and echocardiography can be used for real-time monitoring during surgery.