Alabama Anesthesia Professionals
Anesthesia research, perioperative care perspectives, and educational resources from the Alabama Anesthesia Professionals team.
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September 28, 2026
For ambulatory total knee arthroplasty, the window to provide and adjust analgesia is compressed into a matter of hours. A stage-by-stage look at the pain trajectory, from preoperative planning through PACU recovery and the weeks at home.
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August 17, 2026
Even brief surgical interventions and anesthesia can produce measurable derangements in fluid balance. For minor surgery, replacement of fasting-related deficits and appropriately dosed maintenance IV fluids can improve comfort and support recovery.
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May 1, 2026
Sedation is a fundamental component of perioperative and critical care medicine, with drug selection critically influencing patient safety, comfort, and clinical outcomes.
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March 16, 2026
Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) remains one of the most common side effects following anesthesia and surgery, with reported incidences ranging from 20% to 30%
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February 9, 2026
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is the standard surgical treatment for gallbladder disease, including symptomatic cholelithiasis, acute or chronic cholecystitis, biliary dyskinesia, and gallstone-related complications.
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January 5, 2026
Rebound pain after peripheral nerve block occurs when the block wears off and a patient experiences pain that feels more intense than what is expected
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November 20, 2025
Electroencephalography (EEG) is a non-invasive method of studying brain activity that measures electrical signals on a large scale around the patient's skull.
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October 6, 2025
Local anesthetics have played a transformative role in modern medicine, enabling safer and more efficient surgical procedures.
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August 25, 2025
When halothane was first introduced in 1956, it was widely celebrated as a revolutionary advancement in general anesthesia.
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July 23, 2025
Anesthesiology is a dynamic and high-stakes medical specialty that demands precise technical skills, real-time decision-making, and seamless teamwork.
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June 13, 2025
After surgery, prescription medications help patients recover comfortably and safely.
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April 28, 2025
General anesthesia leads to a reversible loss of consciousness and muscle tone, including the loss of protective reflexes such as blinking and tear production.
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March 26, 2025
Perioperative deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition in which a blood clot forms in a deep vein, typically in the legs.
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February 3, 2025
Outpatient pediatric surgery addresses medical issues in young patients that require surgical intervention but do not need overnight hospitalization.
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December 23, 2024
Neuromuscular blockade is an essential component of modern anesthesia practice, playing a crucial role in facilitating intubation, optimizing surgical conditions.
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November 21, 2024
Cochlear implants (CIs), which offer a life-changing solution for people with severe hearing loss, traditionally require inpatient surgery.
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October 18, 2024
Outpatient urology procedures have shown a remarkable upward trend in recent decades.
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August 29, 2024
Childbirth is often accompanied by intense pain, making pain management during labor an important aspect of obstetric care.
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July 23, 2024
Gene therapy represents a frontier in the treatment of rare genetic disorders, offering hope where traditional medicine has limitations.
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June 24, 2024
Diphenhydramine, a first-generation antihistamine, is known for its effectiveness in treating allergic reactions and its potent sedative properties.
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May 24, 2024
Hypnosis was first used in medicine by German physician Franz Mesmer, who used it to treat patients in Vienna and Paris.
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April 22, 2024
Nerve blocks are an important tool in anesthesia care and pain management, offering effective relief for many procedures and conditions.
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March 25, 2024
Emergence delirium is a condition characterized by confusion, agitation, and a lack of environmental awareness during the recovery phase.
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January 29, 2024
Laparoscopic surgery is a type of keyhole surgery (a minimally invasive surgical procedure involving a small incision) in which a laparoscope is used.
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December 28, 2023
Anesthesia is a critical component of various medical procedures that supports patient comfort and safety during surgeries or uncomfortable interventions.
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November 20, 2023
Intubation is required for patients whose airways are damaged or who are unable to breathe spontaneously.
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October 18, 2023
Inhalational general anesthesia is a widely utilized method for inducing a state of unconsciousness during surgical procedures.
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September 7, 2023
Bone fracture is a common injury. There are many ways to repair bone fractures, including immobilization using a cast or a splint.
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August 16, 2023
The Quadratus Lumborum (QL) block, an innovative regional anesthetic technique, is rapidly gaining popularity in the medical field.
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June 19, 2023
Postoperative pain is a common concern for individuals undergoing surgery. Over the years, medical innovations have led to new approaches.
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April 26, 2023
If you have ever had surgery or know someone who has, you may have heard terms like "general anesthesia," "sedation," or "local anesthesia" being used.
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March 22, 2023
Anesthesia is a medical treatment that is used to induce a state of temporary unconsciousness or loss of sensation.
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