Effect of pregnancy hormones on pain perception in the peripartum period: A narrative review.

Pregnancy is a period marked by significant hormonal fluctuations, which can influence pain perception. There are only a limited number of analgesic options that are considered safe for newborns and mothers. Understanding the impact of pregnancy hormones on pain sensitivity can be crucial for effective pain management during childbirth and the postpartum period.

A Single Needle Tip Position Approach 'The Middle Trunk' Block-for Supraclavicular Block: An Anatomic Cadaveric Study.

Background: Using conventional anatomical landmark or nerve stimulator guidance, injection of local anesthetic following paresthesia of the middle two fingers resulted in >97% block efficacy. "Corner pocket" and "intracluster" injections during ultrasound-guided supraclavicular brachial plexus have been suggested for better dermatomal coverage but have limitations. We hypothesized that a single injection of dye at the level of the middle trunk (MT) would result in diffusion in the superior and inferior trunks.

Pathway from anterior suprascapular nerve block to the phrenic nerve: a cadaveric dye study.

Background: Anterior suprascapular nerve block is widely used for postoperative shoulder pain management. Although cadaveric studies show the spread and smudging of the phrenic nerve, our cadaveric injection investigation was conducted to investigate the pathway of diffusion of the dye toward the phrenic nerve from a more distal injection at the suprascapular nerve.

Methods: We injected 5 ml of 0.

Comparison of various video laryngoscopes for nasotracheal intubation in simulated difficult airway scenarios: a randomized self-controlled crossover trial.

Background: Nasotracheal intubation (NTI) is particularly challenging in patients with rigid neck or micrognathia. Advancements in video laryngoscopy may improve NTI outcomes. We compared performance of direct laryngoscope (DL), King Vision videolaryngoscope (KVL), and C-MAC videolaryngoscope (VL) in normal, rigid neck, and micrognathia airway.

Early Atherosclerosis in Pediatric Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Objective: Adults with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) are at a higher risk of cardiovascular complications. Numerous meta-analyses in adults with SLE have consistently demonstrated altered surrogate parameters of atherosclerosis (subclinical atherosclerosis). However, meta-analyses assessing the impact of pediatric SLE (pSLE) on cardiovascular health are lacking.

Physical Growth Dynamics of Children With Juvenile Dermatomyositis.

Objective Growth failure is an often overlooked complication of juvenile dermatomyositis (JDMS) hence, the present study analyses the auxological status of adolescent JDMS patients. Methods Sixty serial observations with respect to height, weight, and skinfold thicknesses were made on 35 JDMS children aged 10 to 17 years in the Growth Laboratory/Clinic of the Department following a mixed-longitudinal growth research design. Information with regard to disease duration and disease activity (MMT-8 score) was recorded.

Comparison of online content-based training with hands-on mannequin-based skill training on basic life support knowledge and skills among medical students.

Background: Sudden cardiac arrest remains a leading global cause of death. High-quality chest compressions during cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) are crucial for patient outcomes. Basic life support (BLS) training must be adequately incorporated into undergraduate training.

Efficacy of LMA gastro airway versus endotracheal tube for therapeutic endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography under general anesthesia: a randomized trial.

Objectives: LMA Gastro Airway (LGA) is an advanced airway device that allows simultaneous endoscopy and ventilation during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). It can be an alternative to an endotracheal tube (ETT) and hasten recovery from general anesthesia (GA). We aimed to compare LGA with ETT regarding recovery from anesthesia and adverse respiratory events.

TiCT MXene Additives for Enhanced Pool Boiling Regime.

This study investigates the potential applications of MXenes as an additive in heat-exchanging fluids under atmospheric pressure conditions. A low concentration of 0.1 wt % titanium carbide (TiCT ) MXene-enhanced deionized water altered the boiling regime by demonstrating high critical heat flux (CHF) of 2110.