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Selected highlights from clinical anesthesia and pain management
Mark C Kendall1, Dominic V Pisano1, Alexander D Cohen1
1Department of Anesthesiology, Rhode Island Hospital, Brown University, United States.
Journal of Clinical Anesthesia
|August 14, 2018
Summary
This review highlights 2017 research in clinical anesthesiology, covering airway management, obstetric anesthesia, pediatric anesthesia, cardiac anesthesia, and pain management. It informs anesthesiologists about developing trends and future research challenges.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Clinical Practice
Background:
- Anesthesiology is a critical medical specialty focused on patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures.
- Continuous advancements in medical research necessitate regular reviews to stay abreast of evolving practices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize key research findings published in 2017 relevant to the clinical practice of anesthesiology.
- To identify emerging trends and challenges in various subspecialties of anesthesiology.
Main Methods:
- This study employed a narrative review methodology.
- Literature search focused on manuscripts published in the year 2017.
Main Results:
- The review encompasses significant research in airway management.
- Key areas include obstetrical and gynecological anesthesia, pediatric anesthesia, and cardiac anesthesia.
- Developments in regional analgesia and pain management are also discussed.
Conclusions:
- The review identifies developing trends in clinical anesthesia practice.
- It aims to equip anesthesiologists with current knowledge and highlight areas for future investigation.
- Emerging trends present new challenges and opportunities for research in anesthesiology.
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