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  1. A small mouse study found that supplemental vitamin D reduced neuroinflammation and reduced cell death in the hippocampus and prefontal cortex of offspring of female mice who were given propofol (a general anaesthetic) during pregnancy.

    journals.plos.org/plosone/arti

    #Science #Pregnancy #Anaesthesia #Propofol #VitaminD #BrainDamage

  2. A small mouse study found that supplemental vitamin D reduced neuroinflammation and reduced cell death in the hippocampus and prefontal cortex of offspring of female mice who were given propofol (a general anaesthetic) during pregnancy.

    journals.plos.org/plosone/arti

    #Science #Pregnancy #Anaesthesia #Propofol #VitaminD #BrainDamage

  3. “If it is our mission
    to alleviate suffering
    as well as to preserve life
    there should be no conscientious restraint…”

    —Gael Turnbull, “James Young Simpson: If It Is Our Mission…”
    from The Hand that Sees: Poems for the quincentenary of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

    James Young Simpson (1811–1870) pioneered the use of chloroform as an anaesthetic in childbirth

    3/3

    #Scottish #literature #poem #poetry #obstetrics #anaesthesia #anesthesia #WorldHealthDay #historyofmedicine

  4. “If it is our mission
    to alleviate suffering
    as well as to preserve life
    there should be no conscientious restraint…”

    —Gael Turnbull, “James Young Simpson: If It Is Our Mission…”
    from The Hand that Sees: Poems for the quincentenary of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh

    James Young Simpson (1811–1870) pioneered the use of chloroform as an anaesthetic in childbirth

    3/3

    #Scottish #literature #poem #poetry #obstetrics #anaesthesia #anesthesia #WorldHealthDay #historyofmedicine

  5. Millionaire GP who owns 14 hotels and a brewery administered fentanyl sedation in breach of AHPRA conditions: tribunal

    Dr Jerry Schwartz says he will appeal after being found guilty of breaching conditions on his registration by…
    #NewsBeep #News #Medication #ahpra #anaesthesia #CA #Canada #cosmeticprocedures #Courts #GeneralPractice #Health #Medicolegal #opioids
    newsbeep.com/ca/440296/

  6. Millionaire GP who owns 14 hotels and a brewery administered fentanyl sedation in breach of AHPRA conditions: tribunal

    Dr Jerry Schwartz says he will appeal after being found guilty of breaching conditions on his registration by…
    #NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #Medication #AHPRA #Anaesthesia #cosmeticprocedures #courts #generalpractice #Health #Medicolegal #Opioids
    newsbeep.com/us/436340/

  7. Millionaire GP who owns 14 hotels and a brewery administered fentanyl sedation in breach of AHPRA conditions: tribunal

    Dr Jerry Schwartz says he will appeal after being found guilty of breaching conditions on his registration by…
    #NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #Medication #AHPRA #Anaesthesia #cosmeticprocedures #courts #generalpractice #Health #Medicolegal #Opioids
    newsbeep.com/us/436340/

  8. Swansea Bay doctors say paracetamol switch is a win for kids, cash and climate

    Same pain relief, less hassle

    Five clinicians at Morriston Hospital studied how children were given paracetamol during planned surgery.

    Consultant anaesthetist Dr Tereza Soskova explained: “There’s no difference in safety or pain relief between IV and oral paracetamol.”

    Until recently, children were routinely given the drug through a cannula in their hand once they were under anaesthetic. Now, thanks to the project, they are offered paracetamol as a liquid or tablet before going into theatre.

    Dr Soskova said the change has been welcomed by staff and families alike: “It’s simpler, less invasive, and the children don’t even notice they’ve had it.”

    Big savings for NHS and planet

    The team’s findings were stark. IV paracetamol was found to be 24 times more expensive than tablets. Dr Soskova said switching to oral gave “98 per cent cost savings.”

    She added: “IV paracetamol results in up to 12 times higher emissions than oral tablets. That has changed our view on paracetamol usage, and we are looking to switch to a 90 per cent oral usage rate.”

    In 2024 alone, more than 1,300 children at Morriston had IV paracetamol. If tablets had been used instead, the NHS would have saved £1,150 and avoided 9,190kg of carbon emissions — the equivalent of driving 23,403 miles in a petrol car.

    Doctors leading the way

    The project — called IMPROVE (Improving Paracetamol use with Routine Oral over Venous administration) — was led by Dr Soskova alongside colleagues Dr Rebeca Harris, Dr Alex Morgan, Dr Lara Sabry and Dr Linn Jarte.

    Consultant anaesthetist Dr Harris said: “We wanted to look at the impact we were making here in Swansea Bay. The figures speak for themselves — oral paracetamol is better for patients, better for the NHS, and better for the planet.”

    Senior Clinical Fellow Dr Sabry added: “This is about making small changes that add up to big differences. We’re proud Swansea Bay is leading the way.”

    Children’s Ward staff at Morriston Hospital who supported the paracetamol project to improve care and cut carbon.
    (Image: Swansea Bay University Health Board)

    Wider impact on healthcare

    The team pointed to research in the British Journal of Anaesthesia, which showed healthcare is responsible for five per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions. Pharmaceuticals make up between 19 and 32 per cent of that total.

    Dr Soskova said: “Paracetamol is one of the most commonly used medicines worldwide — six per cent of all pharmaceutical sales. So if we can change how we use it locally, the impact could be huge nationally and globally.”

    Next step: adults too

    The Swansea Bay team now wants to roll out the change across adult surgery in Morriston, Singleton and Neath Port Talbot hospitals. With far greater numbers of patients, the savings in money and emissions could be scaled up considerably.

    Dr Alex Morgan said: “This is just the start. If we can make oral paracetamol the default in adult surgery too, the benefits will multiply.”

    A greener future for the NHS

    The project shows how small changes in everyday practice can deliver big wins for patients and the planet.

    Dr Soskova summed it up: “We’ve proved oral paracetamol is safe, effective, cheaper and greener. That’s a win for everyone.”

    Green healthcare in Swansea Bay

    Inhaler project breathes fresh air
    Asthma patients switching inhalers could cut Swansea Bay’s carbon footprint dramatically.

    Health board’s green approach
    Swansea Bay University Health Board showcased eco-friendly projects at a national sustainability event.

    Hospital aims to save planet too
    Morriston Hospital staff cutting emissions while delivering care.

    Inhaler recycling scheme
    Welsh Government-funded scheme reducing carbon and supporting NHS Wales Net Zero goals.

    #anaesthesia #anaesthetist #carbonEmissions #childrensWard #morristonHospital #paracetamol #pharmaceuticals #swanseaBayNhs #swanseaBayUniversityHealthBoard

  9. Anaesthesia’s remarkable journey since the 19th century.

    An exhibition at the Museum of the History of Medicine in Paris traces the saga of this discipline, from its beginnings to the major advances that transformed medical practice.

    mediafaro.org/article/20250930

    #Anaesthesia #Science #Health #Healthcare #Anesthesia #Museum #Exhibition #Medical #History

  10. This study found that in patients with measured peri-op renal parameters, for every 100 elective major non-cardiac surgery procedures, postoperative AKI could be expected to happen in a minimum of four and a maximum of 15 cases.

    #anaesthesia #surgery #renal #medicine

    doi.org/10.1111/anae.16568

  11. This study found that in patients with measured peri-op renal parameters, for every 100 elective major non-cardiac surgery procedures, postoperative AKI could be expected to happen in a minimum of four and a maximum of 15 cases.

    #anaesthesia #surgery #renal #medicine

    doi.org/10.1111/anae.16568

  12. This study found that in patients with measured peri-op renal parameters, for every 100 elective major non-cardiac surgery procedures, postoperative AKI could be expected to happen in a minimum of four and a maximum of 15 cases.

    #anaesthesia #surgery #renal #medicine

    doi.org/10.1111/anae.16568

  13. This study found that in patients with measured peri-op renal parameters, for every 100 elective major non-cardiac surgery procedures, postoperative AKI could be expected to happen in a minimum of four and a maximum of 15 cases.

    #anaesthesia #surgery #renal #medicine

    doi.org/10.1111/anae.16568

  14. This study found that in patients with measured peri-op renal parameters, for every 100 elective major non-cardiac surgery procedures, postoperative AKI could be expected to happen in a minimum of four and a maximum of 15 cases.

    #anaesthesia #surgery #renal #medicine

    doi.org/10.1111/anae.16568

  15. Here is a summary of patient outcomes in relation to the development of postoperative acute kidney injury (AKI) after elective major non-cardiac surgery

    #anaesthesia #surgery #renal #medicine

    doi.org/10.1111/anae.16568

  16. Here is a summary of patient outcomes in relation to the development of postoperative acute kidney injury (AKI) after elective major non-cardiac surgery

    #anaesthesia #surgery #renal #medicine

    doi.org/10.1111/anae.16568

  17. Here is a summary of patient outcomes in relation to the development of postoperative acute kidney injury (AKI) after elective major non-cardiac surgery

    #anaesthesia #surgery #renal #medicine

    doi.org/10.1111/anae.16568

  18. Here is a summary of patient outcomes in relation to the development of postoperative acute kidney injury (AKI) after elective major non-cardiac surgery

    #anaesthesia #surgery #renal #medicine

    doi.org/10.1111/anae.16568

  19. Here is a summary of patient outcomes in relation to the development of postoperative acute kidney injury (AKI) after elective major non-cardiac surgery

    #anaesthesia #surgery #renal #medicine

    doi.org/10.1111/anae.16568

  20. Original Article: Novel biological risk factors for 7-day postoperative kidney injury in elective major non-cardiac surgery: a retrospective observational study

    #anaesthesia #surgery #renal

    doi.org/10.1111/anae.16568

  21. Original Article: Novel biological risk factors for 7-day postoperative kidney injury in elective major non-cardiac surgery: a retrospective observational study

    #anaesthesia #surgery #renal

    doi.org/10.1111/anae.16568

  22. Original Article: Novel biological risk factors for 7-day postoperative kidney injury in elective major non-cardiac surgery: a retrospective observational study

    #anaesthesia #surgery #renal

    doi.org/10.1111/anae.16568

  23. Original Article: Novel biological risk factors for 7-day postoperative kidney injury in elective major non-cardiac surgery: a retrospective observational study

    #anaesthesia #surgery #renal

    doi.org/10.1111/anae.16568

  24. Original Article: Novel biological risk factors for 7-day postoperative kidney injury in elective major non-cardiac surgery: a retrospective observational study

    #anaesthesia #surgery #renal

    doi.org/10.1111/anae.16568

  25. It's nearly International Women's Day!

    Check out our 2021 Special Issue - "The importance of women’s health in peri-operative care"

    #IWD25 #IWD2025 #accelerateaction #anaesthesia #medicine #surgery

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  26. It's nearly International Women's Day!

    Check out our 2021 Special Issue - "The importance of women’s health in peri-operative care"

    #IWD25 #IWD2025 #accelerateaction #anaesthesia #medicine #surgery

    buff.ly/gbYlG5x

  27. One of our five highest scoring papers in the last month! #Altmetrics

    The effect of placement and management of intrathecal catheters following accidental dural puncture on the incidence of postdural puncture headache and severity: a retrospective real-world study

    #anaesthesia #medicine #obstetrics #pain

    buff.ly/3zHGaEH

  28. One of our five highest scoring papers in the last month! #Altmetrics

    The effect of placement and management of intrathecal catheters following accidental dural puncture on the incidence of postdural puncture headache and severity: a retrospective real-world study

    #anaesthesia #medicine #obstetrics #pain

    buff.ly/3zHGaEH

  29. One of our five highest scoring papers in the last month! #Altmetrics

    Correspondence: Stylet vs. bougie for hyperangulated videolaryngoscopy: fragility, generalisability and the Cooper manoeuvre

    #anaesthesia #medicine #airway

    buff.ly/3QfUV6b

  30. One of our five highest scoring papers in the last month! #Altmetrics

    Correspondence: Stylet vs. bougie for hyperangulated videolaryngoscopy: fragility, generalisability and the Cooper manoeuvre

    #anaesthesia #medicine #airway

    buff.ly/3QfUV6b

  31. One of our five highest scoring papers in the last month! #Altmetrics

    Correspondence: Time to treat the bleeding obstetric patient like the trauma patient and lower the dose of opioid

    #anaesthesia #medicine #haematology

    buff.ly/3XnnEdx

  32. One of our five highest scoring papers in the last month! #Altmetrics

    Correspondence: Time to treat the bleeding obstetric patient like the trauma patient and lower the dose of opioid

    #anaesthesia #medicine #haematology

    buff.ly/3XnnEdx

  33. Peri-operative corticosteroid supplementation - which patients are 'at risk'?

    Those using prednisolone ≥ 7.5 mg or equivalent.

    But the supplementation dosage depends on surgical risk.

    Have you look at your institutional adherence rates?

    #anaesthesia #medicine #endocrine

    buff.ly/3EqfIkV

  34. Peri-operative corticosteroid supplementation - which patients are 'at risk'?

    Those using prednisolone ≥ 7.5 mg or equivalent.

    But the supplementation dosage depends on surgical risk.

    Have you look at your institutional adherence rates?

    #anaesthesia #medicine #endocrine

    buff.ly/3EqfIkV

  35. Do most clinicians in your institution adhere to the local peri-operative corticosteroid supplementation guidelines?

    Do you know what your guidelines recommend?

    #medicine #anaesthesia #endocrine

    buff.ly/3EqfIkV

  36. Do most clinicians in your institution adhere to the local peri-operative corticosteroid supplementation guidelines?

    Do you know what your guidelines recommend?

    #medicine #anaesthesia #endocrine

    buff.ly/3EqfIkV

  37. Correspondence: Ventilatory efficiency as a predictor of 1-year mortality after non-cardiac surgery: showing clinical utility by applying decision curve analysis

    #anaesthesia #medicine #criticalcare

    buff.ly/42Ly5e9

  38. What happens when a firmly applied facemask connected to a circle anaesthetic circuit with flow rates 10 l.min-1 of room air (FIO2 0.21) is applied over the Optiflow Switch nasal prongs and the HFNO flow rate is increased?

    #anaesthesia #medicine #airway

    associationofanaesthetists-pub

  39. What happens when a firmly applied facemask connected to a circle anaesthetic circuit with flow rates 10 l.min-1 of room air (FIO2 0.21) is applied over the Optiflow Switch nasal prongs and the HFNO flow rate is increased?

    #anaesthesia #medicine #airway

    associationofanaesthetists-pub