The transfusion of red blood cells stored for more than 21 days is no more harmful than fresh red blood cell transfusions, according to a study published in the March issue of Anesthesia & Analgesia.
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recently posted updated anesthesia conversion factors, according to a report from the American Society of Anesthesiologists. The unadjusted anesthesia conversion factors increased to $21.52.
Prophylactic erythrocyte transfusion decreases perioperative anemia and erythrocyte transfusions and may reduce plasma iron levels, according to a study published in the March issue of Anesthesiology.
North American Partners in Anesthesia announced last week that Kenneth M. Miles will serve as executive vice president and chief financial officer.
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Aromatherapy serves as an effective and inexpensive treatment for postoperative nausea, according to a study published in the March issue of Anesthesia & Analgesia.
In the midst of an anesthetic drug shortage, some physicians are turning to compound pharmacies rather than drug companies for supplies, according to a KTHV report.
A study published in the March issue of Anesthesiology sought to examine the most appropriate ratio of anesthesiologists to providers needed to avoid supervision lapses during critical portions of anesthetic cases.
Hemifluorinated dibranched polymers can be used to generate exceptionally stable sevoflurane nanoemulsions, according to a study published in the March issue of Anesthesiology.
The American Society of Anesthesiologists is asking members to take its second annual nationwide survey on anesthesia drug shortages. Survey responses will enable the ASA to work with legislators and regulators to develop policies that help to avert drug shortages…