APSF News & Updates

Dexmedetomidine is an alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonist that may have utility as a sedating infusion to achieve fast-track recovery after cardiac surgery. However, due to the time it takes to…

Pain during cesarean delivery can result in long-term psychological sequelae, including depression and post-traumatic stress disorder, but the incidence of pain during cesarean delivery due to inadequate neuraxial anesthesia is…

Pediatric anesthesia emergence delirium (PAED) is a common complication following surgical procedures in pediatric patients. While general anesthesia appears to be a risk factor for PAED, the etiology of PAED…

Patients have variable responses to different resuscitation strategies for septic shock. For example, while aggressive fluid administration is a mainstay of treatment for septic shock, in some patients this may…

Delirium occurs in about 31% of ICU adults and is associated with longer hospital stays, more complications, increased mortality, higher costs, and worse long-term cognition and independence. Current medical options…

Cesarean delivery is frequently performed under spinal anesthesia. However, despite the administration of prophylactic vasopressors, spinal anesthesia can still result in hypotension with potential maternal and neonatal consequences, including compromised…