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In this discussion, the impact of anesthetics on cancer surgery survival is scrutinized, revealing surprising findings from the GA CARES trial. The use of esketamine emerges as a game-changer in reducing postoperative delirium for hip and knee surgeries. A digital thermometer links preoperative distress to worse recovery outcomes, emphasizing emotional well-being. Concerns arise over the accuracy of NIRS for children with darker skin tones, highlighting issues of equity. Fascinating insights into the parafacial zone indicate a connection between consciousness and respiration during anesthesia.

Moderator: BobbieJean Sweitzer, M.D. Participants: Leah Acker, Ph.D., M.D. Articles Discussed: Mixed-Methods Analysis of Preoperative Distress and Postoperative Outcomes in a Prospective, Observational Cohort of Older Transcript

Discover groundbreaking research on propofol's impact on pediatric respiratory events and the effectiveness of warming blankets in preventing hypothermia. Dive into the growing yet small field of anesthesiology trials, and learn how ketamine can help sensitive patients post-mastectomy. Explore alarming links between chronic pain and cognitive decline, the benefits of buprenorphine for opioid use during pregnancy, and the push for opioid-free anesthesia. Plus, gain insights into the need for training in EEG interpretation for critically ill patients.

Moderator: James Rathmell, M.D. Participants: Jie Sun, M.D., Ph.D. and Clyde Matava, M.B.Ch.B.., M.Med., M.H.S.C. Articles Discussed: Effect of Intravenous, Inhalational, or Combined Anesthesia Maintenance on Postoperative Respiratory Adverse Events in Children Undergoing Adenotonsillectomy (AmPRAEC): A Multicenter Randomized Clinical Trial Choice of Anesthetic Maintenance Is Not Merely a Matter of Preference, but One of Safety: Insights from the AmPRAEC Study Transcript

Moderator: BobbieJean Sweitzer, M.D. Participants: Kristin L Schreiber, M.D., Ph.D. and Eric S. Schwenk, M.D. Articles Discussed: A Randomized Controlled Trial of Intraoperative Ketamine for Acute Postsurgical Pain after Breast Cancer Surgery: The Moderating Effect of Baseline Temporal Summation of Pain Determining Pain Phenotype: A Major Advancement in Providing Individualized Care Transcript

Rutger van der Schrier, M.D., Ph.D., a postdoctoral scholar at Leiden University, and Steven L. Shafer, M.D., a professor emeritus of anesthesiology, dive into fentanyl's impact on ventilation. They discuss how fentanyl's ventilatory depression is complicated by individual variability and environmental factors, revealing surprising insights from their study on healthy volunteers. The conversation explores ethical concerns, opioid receptor complexities, and innovative modeling techniques to predict respiratory effects. A must-listen for anyone interested in opioid pharmacology!

Moderator: BobbieJean Sweitzer, M.D. Participants: Taiki Kojima, M.D., M.P.H. and Clyde Matava, M.B.Ch.B.., M.Med., M.H.S.C. Articles Discussed: Adverse Events Associated with Airway Management in Pediatric Anesthesia: A Prospective, Multicenter, Observational Japan Pediatric Difficult Airway in Anesthesia (J-PEDIA) Study Airway Management Issues in Japanese Children Are No Different: Insights from the J-PEDIA Study Transcript

Moderator: James Rathmell, M.D. Participants: Osama Abou-Arab, M.D. PH.D. and Matthieu Legrand, M.D., Ph.D. Articles Discussed: Early Use of Norepinephrine in High-risk Patients Undergoing Major Abdominal Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial Preventing Hypotension during Induction of General Anesthesia: Is Preemptive Norepinephrine the Answer? Transcript

Creator: James P. Rathmell, M.D. November 2025, Volume 143, Issue 5 Overview of November issue original studies.

Creator: James P. Rathmell, M.D. October 2025, Volume 143, Issue 4 Overview of October issue original studies. Transcript