APSF News & Updates
Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor Agonist Use and Residual Gastric Content Before Anesthesia
December 17, 2024
Glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) are increasingly prescribed for the management of type 2 diabetes and obesity. As these medications interfere with gastric emptying, patients using these medications may…
Effects of fatigue on anaesthetist well-being and patient safety: a narrative review
November 18, 2024
This narrative review assesses the intricate, prolonged, and challenging working conditions of anesthesia professionals, which result in physical and mental exhaustion that impacts patient outcomes. Key findings include: Workplace fatigue…
The Sterile Intravenous (IV) Fluid Shortage Crisis Update
November 15, 2024
Baxter International’s manufacturing facility in North Carolina was closed on September 29, 2024 due to heavy rains and flooding from Hurricane Helene. Roads and bridges near the plant were also part of the destruction. Baxter’s facilities supply…
Response to Yerdon, Sherrer, and Chappell, Intraoperative Hypotension: A Public Safety Announcement for Anesthesia Professionals
November 2, 2024
Yerdon, Sherrer, and Chappell’s comprehensive APSF article underscores the crucial link between intraoperative hypotension (IOH) and adverse postoperative outcomes, such as acute kidney injury, myocardial injury after non-cardiac surgery, delirium, stroke, readmissions, and…
APSF Newsletter – October 2024
October 1, 2024
The Anesthesia Patient Safety Foundation is pleased to announce the release of the October 2024 APSF Newsletter.
Announcing the 2024 APSF Trainee Quality Improvement Award Winner: Language No Barrier: Innovating Translation Services for Perioperative Care Excellence
September 4, 2024
Congratulations to Aakash Patel DO, Chris Mahrous MD, Anthony Hikes MD, Hugh McGovern MD, Dave Shah DO, Abhishek Patel MD, Irwin Gratz DO, and Talia Ben-Jacob MD.
