Anesthesia Updates

In this episode of Updates in Anesthesiology, Dr. Hadzic discusses  a 2025 study by Corpman et al. evaluating ChatGPT-4, Bard, and other AI chatbots as decision support tools in regional anesthesia. The findings? AI is getting smarter, but it still makes major clinical errors. Enter MAIA, NYSORA’s purpose-built AI assistant, designed by anesthesiologists to bridge the gap between innovation and safe practice. Tune in to hear why general AI tools may not be ready for primetime—and how MAIA sets a new standard in anesthesia decision support.

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 In this episode of UPDATES IN ANESTHESIOLOGY, Dr. Hadzic breaks down a landmark study by Garcia-Casanovas et al., published in Anesthesiology (July 2025), involving over 30,000 joint arthroplasty patients across 43 hospitals. The study shows that higher adherence to patient blood management (PBM) guidelines isn't just about fewer transfusions; it leads to fewer complications, shorter hospital stays, and better outcomes across the board. Tune in to hear why delivering PBM as a bundled strategy, not piecemeal, is key, and walk away with actionable tips to improve patient safety and performance in your own practice.\

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In this episode of Updates in Anesthesiology, Dr. Hadzic reviews the newly published 2025 international clinical practice guidelines on platelet transfusion, co-led by Dr. Ryan Metcalf from the University of Utah and Dr. Simon Stanworth from Oxford, and published in JAMA. Based on evidence from over 30 studies, these guidelines recommend restrictive platelet transfusion thresholds in both adult and pediatric populations, advocating for transfusions only when platelet counts are critically low in specific scenarios. The goal? Minimize unnecessary transfusions, reduce patient harm, and conserve resources without increasing bleeding or mortality.

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In this episode of Updates in Anesthesiology, Dr. Hadzic breaks down the results from the PRECISION study published in Anesthesiology (2025). Led by Dr. Cui and colleagues, this prospective trial reveals that nearly 1 in 9 older patients undergoing noncardiac surgery, especially neurosurgical, experience covert strokes detectable only by MRI. These “silent” strokes double the risk of postoperative delirium and long-term cognitive decline. Tune in to hear what this means for perioperative care, how to identify patients at risk, and actionable strategies to protect brain health after surgery.

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In this episode of Updates in Anesthesiology, Dr. Hadzic breaks down the largest real-world study to date comparing the environmental impact of general anesthesia strategies. With over 35,000 cases analyzed, discover why TIVA with propofol has emerged as the lowest carbon emitter, outperforming even optimized sevoflurane techniques. We’ll explore the GHG numbers, plastic waste concerns, and clinical outcomes, and conclude with practical tips to make your OR practice more sustainable without compromising patient care.

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In this episode of UPDATES IN ANESTHESIOLOGY, Dr. Hadzic discusses a new international consensus on apnoeic oxygenation using high-flow nasal oxygen (HFNO) during laryngotracheal surgery. Featuring insights from a newly published 19-item safety checklist in the European Journal of Anaesthesiology, we break down what every clinician needs to know, from patient selection to post-op care, to improve safety and streamline multidisciplinary workflows. Whether you're already using THRIVE or just curious about best practices, this episode gives you the practical takeaways to elevate your airway game.

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 In this episode of Updates in Anesthesiology, Dr. Hadzic unpacks the FRAIL-HIP study published in JAMA Surgery, which challenges the routine use of surgery for proximal femoral fractures in frail, institutionalized older adults. You'll hear how nonoperative management, guided by a structured shared decision-making process, can lead to comparable quality of life, fewer adverse events, and even a more dignified dying experience. Tune in to discover how this paradigm shift could reshape your approach to surgical decisions in end-of-life care.

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In this episode of Updates in Anesthesiology, Dr. Hadzic breaks down the latest evidence comparing ketamine, etomidate, and propofol for tracheal intubation in critically ill patients. Drawing from a 2025 review in Critical Care Medicine, we explore why ketamine is emerging as the safest and most reliable option, while etomidate shows a potential mortality risk, and propofol continues to raise red flags for cardiovascular instability. Get the evidence, the implications, and the practical takeaways, all in one focused episode.

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In this episode of Updates in Anesthesiology, Dr. Hadzic explores groundbreaking findings from Chotinaruemol and colleagues, published in the British Journal of Anaesthesia (2025), revealing how dexmedetomidine may do more than sedate. It could protect the kidneys from ischemia-reperfusion injury. From cellular survival pathways to improved surgical outcomes, we break down how DEX works, when it works best, and what this could mean for high-risk surgical patients. Stay tuned for actionable insights you can take straight to the OR.

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In this episode, Dr. Hadzic discusses the CDC's May 2025 nationwide alert on bloodstream infections linked to non-sterile, multi-use ultrasound gel. Learn how this outbreak unfolded, what it means for ultrasound-guided procedures, and why sterile gel and validated probe covers—like EZCOVER®—are now essential for every percutaneous procedure. Practical, evidence-based takeaways to help you enhance infection control and patient safety in your daily practice.

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