Guidance Issued for Perioperative Management of COVID-19 Patients
Dedicated OR equipped with negative pressure system, dedicated anesthesia machine required.
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Anesthesia Procedure Outlined for Emergency Surgery in COVID-19 Patients
Fast induction of anesthesia with adequate muscle relaxation recommended to prevent cough.
Patients Have Less Dyspnea After Bariatric Surgery for Obesity
Dyspnea score change positively linked to air trapping extent change, end-expiratory tracheal shape change.
Mental Health Outcomes No Better for Teens Undergoing RYGB
Self-esteem improved after 5 years in surgical group, but no improvement seen in overall mood.
Robotic Surgery Saw 8.4-Fold Increase From 2012 to 2018
Immediate adoption at hospitals seen with decrease in traditional laparoscopic procedures.
Weight-Loss Surgery Improves Musculoskeletal Pain and Physical Function in Children
Researchers sought to evaluate the long-term effects of bariatric surgery on joint pain, physical function, and health-related quality of life.
Bariatric Surgery May Raise Risk for Colon Cancer Years Later
Risk increased for colon cancer 10 to 14 years after surgery; no increase in risk found for rectal cancer.
Rates of Postoperative Mortality High for Frail, Very Frail Patients
Rates of postoperative mortality high across all levels of the Operative Stress Score for frail patients.
FDA Recommends Improvements to Breast Implant Safety Information
The FDA released a draft guidance to help women have access to information about the risks and benefits of breast implants.
Bariatric Surgery Linked to Reduced Risk for Skin Cancer
For individuals with obesity, bariatric surgery is associated with a reduced risk for skin cancer, including melanoma.
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