Journal of clinical anesthesia
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A 57 year old woman with no previous history of any sensory deficits developed anosmia and hypogeusia after general anesthesia for laparoscopic cholecystectomy, with complete recovery over 6 months. There were no other identifiable factors that may have contributed to her anosmia and hypogeusia after general anesthesia. As anosmia and hypogeusia related to anesthesia and surgery are not frequently reported, the incidence of these events related to anesthesia may be higher than expected.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Comparing vertical and coracoid approaches for infraclavicular block in orthopedic surgery of the forearm and hand.
To determine if there is a difference between the vertical and coracoid approaches to the infraclavicular block. ⋯ The coracoid approach is convenient to perform with extensive block, and is thus an appropriate alternative to the vertical approach in infraclavicular block.
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To assess the hemodynamic impact of dexmedetomidine administration in a large cohort of patients undergoing routine noncardiac surgery. ⋯ In a large cohort of routine clinical practice cases, dexmedetomidine administration was not associated with more hypotension or bradycardia.
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To determine the incidence and contributing factors of complications for patients receiving regional ophthalmic anesthesia. ⋯ Peribulbar block complications were rare. In this series, experience of caregivers and axial and needle length were not contributing factors.