Journal of clinical anesthesia
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Review Comparative Study
Efficacy and safety of sugammadex compared to neostigmine for reversal of neuromuscular blockade: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
Sugammadex has been introduced for reversal of rocuronium (or vecuronium)-induced neuromuscular blockade (NMB). Although its efficacy has been established, data are conflicting whether it is safer than neostigmine traditionally used for reversing NMB. ⋯ Results from this meta-analysis suggest that sugammadex is superior to neostigmine, as it reverses NMB faster and more reliably, with a lower risk of AEs.
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Adductor canal block (ACB) has recently emerged as an alternative to femoral nerve block for pain control after various knee procedures especially knee arthroplasty. In this review article, we will review the anatomy of adductor canal, sonoanatomy, and ultrasound-guided approach for ACB as well as review current evidence regarding the indications of the ACB.
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The benefits of high-quality postoperative analgesia are well documented and include earlier mobilization, fewer respiratory and cardiovascular complications, and shorter hospital stay. Local anesthesia-based acute pain regimens are at worst equal to and at best superior to opiate-based regimens from the perspective of analgesia. ⋯ There is an identified need for further methods to optimize longer-acting delivery of these agents. This article reviews current and evolving longer-acting techniques and their limitations with particular focus on the potential advantages of a fibrin hydrogel-based system.
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To assess the ability of field tests of exercise tolerance, such as the 6-minute walk test (6MWT) and incremental shuttle walk test (ISWT), to predict postoperative outcome following intra-abdominal surgery. ⋯ Field tests may be able to predict postoperative outcome; however, further validation is needed. The ISWT appears to be the superior field test. The 6MWT and stair climb test require further validation to assess their predictive ability.
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To assess the ability of field tests of exercise tolerance, such as the 6-minute walk test (6MWT) and incremental shuttle walk test (ISWT), to predict postoperative outcome following intra-abdominal surgery. ⋯ Field tests may be able to predict postoperative outcome; however, further validation is needed. The ISWT appears to be the superior field test. The 6MWT and stair climb test require further validation to assess their predictive ability.