Houston Anesthesia Services

07/28/2025

Due to significant advances in neonatal care, individuals born preterm (before 37 weeks of gestation) are reaching adulthood in increasing numbers. However, those who were born pre-term face unique long-term health challenges that can increase surgical risks later in life. These risks stem from altered physiology, underdeveloped organ systems, and neurodevelopmental vulnerabilities established in early life.

Due to significant advances in neonatal care, individuals born preterm (before 37 weeks of gestation) are reaching adulthood in increasing … Continue reading "Possible Clinical Risks of Surgical Patients Who Were Born Pre-Term"

06/23/2025

Bite blocks are essential during anesthesia and surgical procedures, especially those involving endotracheal intubation or transcranial motor-evoked potential (TcMEP) monitoring. Using bite blocks is not just a precaution—it is often a necessary safety measure, especially in neurosurgical and spine procedures where TcMEP is used, as these electrical stimulations can trigger strong, involuntary jaw contractions

Bite blocks are essential during anesthesia and surgical procedures, especially those involving endotracheal intubation or transcranial motor-evoked potential (TcMEP) monitoring. … Continue reading "Bite Blocks During Anesthesia and Surgery: Use and Technique"

11/25/2024

Nerve blocks are a widely used technique in regional anesthesia, particularly for surgical procedures involving the upper and lower extremities. Despite their efficacy in providing targeted pain relief and reducing the need for systemic analgesia, nerve blocks carry potential risks, particularly with regard to the phrenic nerve and its effect on diaphragm function and breathing. Although nerve blocks targeting the lower limbs do not risk impacting breathing, nerve blocks in certain areas closer to the chest require a cautious approach to avoid impacting the diaphragm.

Nerve blocks carry potential risks, particularly with regard to the phrenic nerve and its effect on diaphragm function and breathing.

09/27/2024

The bioavailability and efficacy of anesthesia are influenced by the delivery and state of the anesthetic.

In patients sedated with nebulized lidocaine, Müller et al. reported reduced usage of lidocaine along with a superior oxygenation and safety profile.

08/07/2024

The incidence of and risk factors for opioid overdose following surgery are of significant concern to the medical community.

07/03/2024

Neuraxial anesthesia refers to a set of techniques which induce analgesia in the abdomen, pelvis, or lower extremities by injecting anesthetic around the spinal cord.

Although neuraxial anesthesia is an essential tool for the modern anesthesiologist, its use can be challenging when spinal abnormalities are present

06/14/2024

Awake anesthesia allows patients to remain awake and responsive.

This article will provide an overview of the benefits and challenges in the use of awake anesthesia for surgery.

06/03/2024

Patients undergoing and procedures often receive anesthetic agents for . , a novel anesthetic agent, was developed independently in by the Group in 2017.

Ciprofol, a novel anesthetic agent, was developed independently in China by the Haisco Pharmaceutical Group in 2017.

04/01/2024

Mitochondrial disorders are a heterogeneous group of genetic diseases resulting from mutations in either nuclear or mitochondrial DNA.

Mitochondrial disorders can affect any tissue, but especially tissue with high energy demands such as the brain, heart, muscles, and liver.

03/05/2024

Popliteal sciatic nerve blocks (PNBs) are a minimally invasive procedure with fewer side effects than moderate sedation or general anesthesia.

Popliteal nerve blocks work by blocking pain signals before they reach the brain, leading to better postoperative pain contro.

01/26/2024

Understanding end organ injury is critical to minimizing its occurrence.

End organ damage refers to damage affecting major organs fed by the circulatory system which can occur as a result of hypertension.

01/03/2024

Major side effects or complications are rare, but some patients may experience muscle weakness even after neuromuscular blockade reversal.

Neuromuscular blocking agents (NMBAs) are drugs that induce skeletal muscle paralysis/relaxation via inhibition of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine at the neuromuscular … Continue reading "Weakness After Neuromuscular Blockade Reversal"