Issue #[08-14] | Week of [23/08/2025] - [09/10/2025]

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Hey everyone — it’s been a minute!

I haven’t sent out an issue since August 23rd — life’s been busy with my pediatric anesthesia and critical care rotation 🎉. But I’m back now and excited to share a fresh roundup of the latest guidelines, reviews, and studies worth your time.

This issue is all about catching up on what’s new and important in the world of anesthesia and critical care — so grab a coffee and let’s dive in.

This issue covers over 150 papers in anesthesiology and more than 130 in critical care.

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Anesthesiology:

Guidelines:

1. Society for Perioperative Assessment and Quality Improvement: a narrative review of best practices for perioperative management of patients with bleeding disorders, BJA, 29 September 2025, Link
2. The Definition and Aims of Anesthesia: a Delphi-based Consensus Statement, Anesthesia Critical Care & Pain Medicine, 27 September 2025, Link
3. Ethical decision making in airway management: a Difficult Airway Society position statement on good practice, BJA Open, September 2025, Link
4. Multidisciplinary, evidence-based, patient-centered perioperative patient safety recommendations: a European consensus study, BJA, September 2025, Link
5. Perioperative Quality Initiative consensus statement on goal-directed hemodynamic therapy, BJA, September 2025, Link

Systematic reviews & meta-analyses:

1- General:

6. Efficacy of fascial plane blocks in enhanced recovery after surgery protocols for abdominal surgery: A brief meta-analysis, EJAIC, October 2025, Link
7. Granisetron for prevention of postoperative shivering in surgical patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis, BMC Anesthesiology, 30 September 2025, Link
8. Addition of sufentanil to fospropofol disodium during induction of general anesthesia shortens time to sedation onset in elderly patients: a randomized controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 29 September 2025, Link
9. Prevalence of perioperative functional disability using WHODAS 2.0 and associated adverse outcomes in surgical populations: A systematic review and meta-analysis, Anesthesia Critical Care & Pain Medicine, 26 September 2025, Link
10. The effect of sugammadex on postoperative urinary retention and recovery characteristics: a systematic review and meta-analysis, BMC Anesthesiology, 26 September 2025, Link
11. Use of prothrombin complex concentrates in liver transplantation: a systematic review and meta-analysis, BJA, 12 September 2025, Link
12. Hemodynamic and Postoperative Benefits of Remimazolam Over Sevoflurane: A Comparative Meta-Analysis, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, 4 September 2025, Link
13. A systematic review on predictors of postreperfusion hyperkalemia during liver transplantation, BMC Anesthesiology, 2 September 2025, Link
14. The impact of perioperative hypothermia on surgical site infection risk: a meta-analysis, BMC Anesthesiology, 2 September 2025, Link
15. Effect of perioperative autonomic nervous system imbalance on surgical outcomes: a systematic review, BJA, September 2025, Link
16. Impact of genetic variations on the pharmacokinetics, dose requirements, and clinical effects of propofol: a systematic review, BJA, September 2025, Link
17. Adherence to prehabilitation in adult surgical patients: a systematic review, meta-analysis, meta-regression, and qualitative synthesis, BJA, September 2025, Link
18. Effects of sevoflurane inhalation anesthesia versus propofol intravenous anesthesia on postoperative cognitive function in patients with malignant tumors: A meta-analysis, Medicine, 29 August 2025, Link
19. Effect of intraoperative Electroencephalogram-guided anesthesia on postoperative cognitive function in elderly patients: a systematic review, meta-analysis, and trial sequential analysis of randomized controlled trials, BMC Anesthesiology, 26 August 2025, Link

2- Cardiovascular & Hemodynamics:

20. Robustness of Randomized Controlled Trials Evaluating Acute Normovolemic Hemodilution as a Blood Conservation Strategy in Cardiac Surgery, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
21. Efficacy of Superficial versus Deep Parasternal Intercostal Plane Blocks in Cardiac Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
22. The Protective Effect of Remote Ischemic Preconditioning on Acute Kidney Injury Following Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
23. Ketamine in Cardiac Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Effects on Inflammatory Markers and Clinical Outcomes, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, 1 October 2025, Link
24. Less Is More for Bleeding Management Algorithms in Cardiac Surgery: A Network Meta-Analysis and Meta-Regression of Randomized Studies, A&A, 17 September 2025, Link
25. The prognostic value of postoperative cardiac troponin I and T for major adverse cardiac events after coronary artery bypass grafting: a systematic review, BJA Open, September 2025, Link
26. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs as Part of a Multimodal Postoperative Pain Management Strategy in Patients Undergoing Cardiac Surgery: A Meta-Analysis of 11 Randomized Clinical Trials, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, 23 September 2025, Link
27. Recombinant factor VIIa versus Prothrombin Complex Concentrate (PCC) in patients undergoing Cardiac Surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, 22 September 2025, Link
28. Impact of Intraoperative Hyperoxia vs. Normoxia on Mortality and Organ Injury in Cardiac Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, 22 September 2025, Link
29. Does Autologous Platelet-Rich Plasma Improve Blood Conservation and Postoperative Outcomes in Acute Type A Aortic Dissection Surgery? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, 18 September 2025, Link
30. The Impact of Prothrombin Complex Concentrate versus Fresh Frozen Plasma for Hemorrhage Management in Cardiac Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, 6 September 2025, Link
31. Efficacy and Safety of Pulmonary Vasodilator and Inodilator Drugs in Congenital Heart Disease Surgery: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, 27 August 2025, Link

3- Neuro:

32. Intraoperative electroencephalogram-derived measures and their association with postoperative delirium: a systematic review and meta-analysis, BJA, 25 September 2025, Link

4- Obstetrics & Gynecology:

33. Neonatal outcomes with regional versus general anesthesia for cesarean delivery: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials, Anesthesiology, 6 October 2025, Link
34. Intubation conditions and neonatal outcomes with rocuronium versus suxamethonium in cesarean sections: A systematic review and meta-analysis, BMC Anesthesiology, 2 October 2025, Link

5- Pediatric:

35. The Protective Effect of Remote Ischemic Preconditioning on Acute Kidney Injury Following Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
36. Bispectral Index-guided Anesthesia in Children: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis, Anesthesia Critical Care & Pain Medicine, 29 September 2025, Link
37. Effect of high-flow nasal oxygen therapy on perioperative hypoxemia in children: a systematic review and meta-analysis, BMC Anesthesiology, 27 August 2025, Link

6- Orthopedic:

38. Comparison of interscalene block versus shoulder anterior capsule block for postoperative pain management in rotator cuff surgery: a randomized controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 29 September 2025, Link
39. Comparison between combined suprainguinal fascia iliaca compartment block with intra-articular bupivacaine and suprainguinal fascia iliaca compartment block in total hip arthroplasty: randomized double-blinded controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 29 September 2025, Link
40. Analgesic strategies prior to spinal anesthesia for patients with hip and femoral shaft fractures: A network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials, Medicine, 26 September 2025, Link
41. Effect of oral preemptive analgesia on pain management after total knee arthroplasty: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized control trials, Medicine, 12 September 2025, Link
42. Genicular nerve block in people with total knee arthroplasty: A systematic review and meta-analysis, Medicine, 12 September 2025, Link
43. Comparison between lumbar plexus block and fascia iliaca block in hip surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis, Medicine, 5 September 2025, Link
44. Influence of spinal anesthesia versus general anesthesia on postoperative delirium in patients with hip fractures: A systematic review and meta-analysis, Medicine, 29 August 2025, Link

7- Regional Anesthesia & Pain Management

45. Efficacy of Superficial versus Deep Parasternal Intercostal Plane Blocks in Cardiac Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
46. Efficacy of fascial plane blocks in enhanced recovery after surgery protocols for abdominal surgery: A brief meta-analysis, EJAIC, October 2025, Link
47. Efficacy of paravertebral block on postoperative nausea and vomiting: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials, BMC Anesthesiology, 1 October 2025, Link
48. Comparison of interscalene block versus shoulder anterior capsule block for postoperative pain management in rotator cuff surgery: a randomized controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 29 September 2025, Link
49. Comparison between combined suprainguinal fascia iliaca compartment block with intra-articular bupivacaine and suprainguinal fascia iliaca compartment block in total hip arthroplasty: randomized double-blinded controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 29 September 2025, Link
50. Analgesic strategies prior to spinal anesthesia for patients with hip and femoral shaft fractures: A network meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials, Medicine, 26 September 2025, Link
51. Effect of oral preemptive analgesia on pain management after total knee arthroplasty: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized control trials, Medicine, 12 September 2025, Link
52. Local anesthetic systemic toxicity induced by penile nerve block: A systematic review, Medicine, 12 September 2025, Link
53. Genicular nerve block in people with total knee arthroplasty: A systematic review and meta-analysis, Medicine, 12 September 2025, Link
54. Are adults with chronic pain more likely to develop hypertension than adults without chronic pain? A systematic review and meta-analysis, BJA, September 2025, Link
55. Comparison between lumbar plexus block and fascia iliaca block in hip surgery: A systematic review and meta-analysis, Medicine, 5 September 2025, Link
56. Analgesic safety and efficacy of regional anesthetic blocks in anterior lumbar interbody fusion surgery: A systematic review with meta-analyses, Medicine, 29 August 2025, Link
57. Influence of spinal anesthesia versus general anesthesia on postoperative delirium in patients with hip fractures: A systematic review and meta-analysis, Medicine, 29 August 2025, Link
58. Efficacy of anterior quadratus lumborum block at the lateral supra-arcuate ligament for pain control in abdominal surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis, BMC Anesthesiology, 25 August 2025, Link

Clinical Trials:

1- General:

59. Remimazolam vs. dexmedetomidine for postoperative sedation in oral tumor patients undergoing free flap reconstruction: a randomized controlled pilot trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 6 October 2025, Link
60. Efficacy and safety of preemptive magnesium sulfate infusion during pheochromocytoma and paraganglioma resection: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, Anesthesiology, 3 October 2025, Link
61. The effect of intravenous lignocaine infusion on intraoperative desflurane requirement: A randomized controlled trial, Medicine, 3 October 2025, Link
62. Safety, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics of Dexmedetomidine two-phase flow atomization in healthy subjects: a randomized, parallel study, BMC Anesthesiology, 1 October 2025, Link
63. Efficacy and safety of remimazolam for induction and maintenance of general anesthesia in day surgery: a randomized controlled non-inferiority clinical trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 30 September 2025, Link
64. Effect of perioperative dexmedetomidine on acute kidney injury after partial nephrectomy: a single-center, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, BJA, 10 September 2025, Link
65. A novel technique to minimize facial pressure ulcers during prone surgery: A randomized controlled trial, Medicine, 12 September 2025, Link
66. Sevoflurane or remimazolam anesthesia and emergence agitation after nasal surgery in adults: A randomized clinical trial, European Journal of Anaesthesiology, 8 September 2025, Link
67. IMpact of PerioperAtive KeTamine on Enhanced Recovery After Abdominal Surgery (IMPAKT ERAS): a pragmatic randomized single-cluster trial, BJA, 3 September 2025, Link
68. Efficacy of intraoperative low-dose remimazolam as a third antiemetic agent for preventing early postoperative nausea in high-risk patients: A Randomized controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 2 September 2025, Link
69. Effect of epidural dexmedetomidine on post-operative nausea & vomiting in adult patients undergoing abdominopelvic surgery: a randomized controlled study, BMC Anesthesiology, 27 August 2025, Link
70. Effect of propofol sedation via a narrow-bore tube on hypoxemia risk during gastroscopy: a single-center, prospective, randomized controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 25 August 2025, Link
71. Heat Loss in Humans Warmed with Various Full-Body Forced-air Heating Systems, Anesthesiology, 20 August 2025, Link

2- Airway & Mechanical Ventilation:

72. Supraglottic airway devices in awake tracheal intubation: a viable alternative to fiberoptic and video laryngoscopy, BMC Anesthesiology, 7 October 2025, Link
73. Clinical efficacy of COMBO endoscopy of oropharyngeal airways in elderly patients undergoing painless gastroenteroscopy under anesthesia: a randomized controlled trial protocol, BMC Anesthesiology, 26 September 2025, Link
74. Comparison of the oropharyngeal leak pressure in head rotation between a first-generation laryngeal mask and the i-gel laryngeal mask during general anesthesia - a randomized controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 17 September 2025, Link
75. Open-lung ventilation and mechanical power in thoracic surgery: Post hoc analysis of a multicentre randomized trial, European Journal of Anaesthesiology, 4 September 2025, Link
76. Randomized Trial of Safety, Effectiveness, and Acceptability of Two Different 2% Lidocaine Preparations for Airway Topicalization, A&A, 29 August 2025, Link
77. Effect of propofol sedation via a narrow-bore tube on hypoxemia risk during gastroscopy: a single-center, prospective, randomized controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 25 August 2025, Link

3- Cardiovascular & Hemodynamics:

78. Acute Normovolemic Hemodilution Versus Norepinephrine Infusion During Autologous Blood Donation in Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery: A Prospective Randomized Study, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
79. A New Perspective in Cardiac Surgery: Single- and Two-level Deep Parasternal Intercostal Plane Blocks for Median Sternotomy Pain, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
80. Nefopam for Analgesia Following Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Placebo-Controlled Double-Blind Clinical Trial, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
81. Comparison of Two Activated Clotting Time Targets During Cardiac Surgery With Cardiopulmonary Bypass: A Prospective Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
82. Total Intravenous Versus Volatile Anesthesia in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: Inflammatory Response and Early Recovery Profiles, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, 9 October 2025, Link
83. Effect of dexmedetomidine on endothelial glycocalyx in patients undergoing cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, 1 October 2025, Link
84. Limited effect of leg elevation in preventing intraoperative hypotension during total shoulder arthroplasty in the beach chair position: a randomized controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 1 October 2025, Link
85. Combined Pecto-intercostal Fascial Plane and Rectus Sheath Blocks Versus Local Infiltration for Pain Management Following Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial, Anesthesia & Analgesia, 1 October 2025, Link
86. Restrictive versus liberal oxygenation in patients undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass-assisted heart surgery: a randomized controlled trial, BJA, 19 September 2025, Link
87. Intensive vs Conventional Intraoperative Blood Pressure Management on Cardiovascular Events After Major Abdominal Surgery: The BP-CARES Randomized Trial, JACC, 15 September 2025, Link
88. Impact of superficial and deep parasternal blocks on recovery after cardiac surgery with sternotomy: a randomized controlled trial, BJA, September 2025, Link
89. Continuous versus intermittent noninvasive blood pressure monitoring during beach chair position for shoulder surgery: A randomized controlled trial, European Journal of Anaesthesiology, 25 August 2025, Link
90. Erector Spinae Plane Block Versus Retrolaminar Block for Perioperative Analgesia in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized, Double-blinded, Noninferiority Clinical Trial, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, 22 August 2025, Link

4- Thoracic:

91. Effect of liposomal bupivacaine for preoperative thoracic paravertebral blockade on postoperative pain following video-assisted thoracoscopic lung surgery: a prospective, double-blind, randomized controlled trial, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, 22 September 2025, Link
92. Open-lung ventilation and mechanical power in thoracic surgery: Post hoc analysis of a multicentre randomized trial, European Journal of Anaesthesiology, 4 September 2025, Link
93. Ultrasound-guided modified versus conventional serratus anterior plane block as a preemptive analgesic for unilateral video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery, BMC Anesthesiology, 29 August 2025, Link

5- Neuro:

94. Influence of remazolam and propofol on intraoperative neurophysiological monitoring during spinal surgery: A prospective randomized study, Medicine, 12 September 2025, Link
95. Analgesic efficacy of different volumes in erector spinae plane block in patients undergoing single-level lumbar spine fixation: a non-inferiority randomized trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 1 September 2025, Link
96. Comparing the efficacy of combining ketorolac and Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) with Paracetamol alone on postoperative pain after laminectomy. A double-blinded randomized clinical trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 29 August 2025, Link
97. Opioid-sparing multimodal analgesia for post-craniotomy pain: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 29 August 2025, Link

6- Obstetrics & Gynecology:

98. Prevention of spinal anesthesia-induced hypotension during cesarean section using noninvasive cardiac output monitoring: A randomized clinical trial, EJAIC, October 2025, Link
99. Comparison of outcomes between total intravenous (propofol and remifentanil) and inhalation (isoflurane) anesthesia in women undergoing abdominal myomectomy: a randomized controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 1 October 2025, Link
100. Effect of intraoperative remimazolam infusion on postoperative sleep disturbance in elderly patients after gynecological laparoscopy: A randomized clinical trial, Anesthesia Critical Care & Pain Medicine, 29 September 2025, Link
101. Comparison of erector spinae plane block and tramadol on postoperative systemic immune-inflammatory response in breast cancer surgery: A prospective randomized controlled trial, Medicine, 12 September 2025, Link
102. Erector spinae plane block versus paravertebral block for major oncological breast surgery: a multicentre randomized controlled trial, BJA, September 2025, Link
103. Transcutaneous Auricular Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Postpartum Contraction Pain During Elective Cesarean Delivery: A Randomized Clinical Trial, JAMA Open, 29 August 2025, Link
104. Prophylactic phenylephrine and norepinephrine infusions during cesarean delivery for non-reassuring fetal heart rate: A randomized noninferiority trial to assess neonatal outcome, European Journal of Anaesthesiology, 25 August 2025, Link

7- Pediatric:

105. Positive End-Expiratory Pressure and Atelectasis after Bronchial Blockade One-Lung Ventilation in Infants: A Randomized Controlled Study, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
106. Total Intravenous Versus Volatile Anesthesia in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: Inflammatory Response and Early Recovery Profiles, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, 9 October 2025, Link
107. Propofol-esketamine versus propofol-fentanyl combinations for sedation in pediatric flexible fiberoptic bronchoscopy: a randomized controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 6 October 2025, Link
108. Combined Pecto-intercostal Fascial Plane and Rectus Sheath Blocks Versus Local Infiltration for Pain Management Following Pediatric Cardiac Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial, Anesthesia & Analgesia, 1 October 2025, Link
109. The Effectiveness of Intranasal Ketamine on Intramuscular Ketamine Injection Pain Among Children in the Emergency Department, a Randomized, Controlled Trial, Pediatric Emergency Care, 23 September 2025, Link
110. Effects of sufentanil combined with remifentanil on hemodynamics during induction and postoperative recovery quality in preschool children undergoing tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy, BMC Anesthesiology, 29 August 2025, Link
111. Hyomental distance measured ultrasonography versus weight-based criteria for laryngeal mask size selection in children: a randomized controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 25 August 2025, Link

8- Orthopedic:

112. Effect of ultrasound-guided fascia iliaca compartment block on pain management in hip fracture patients: A double-blind placebo-controlled randomized clinical trial, Medicine, 3 October 2025, Link
113. Limited effect of leg elevation in preventing intraoperative hypotension during total shoulder arthroplasty in the beach chair position: a randomized controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 1 October 2025, Link
114. Effect of virtual reality on perioperative anxiety, stress, and pain in total hip arthroplasty: a randomized controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 9 September 2025, Link

9- Regional Anesthesia & Pain Management:

113. Effect of ultrasound-guided fascia iliaca compartment block on pain management in hip fracture patients: A double-blind placebo-controlled randomized clinical trial, Medicine, 3 October 2025, Link
114. Splanchnic nerve block via transdiscal and paraspinal approach in the treatment of pain in advanced pancreatic cancer: A randomized controlled trial, Medicine, 19 September 2025, Link
115. The effect of adding lateral femoral cutaneous nerve block to pericapsular nerve group (PENG) block in hip surgery on postoperative morphine consumption: A randomized controlled trial, Medicine, 19 September 2025, Link
116. Impact of continuous nerve block at different iliac fascia compartment regions on postoperative analgesia following total hip arthroplasty: A randomized controlled trial, Medicine, 19 September 2025, Link
117. Analgesic efficacy of different volumes in erector spinae plane block in patients undergoing single-level lumbar spine fixation: a non-inferiority randomized trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 1 September 2025, Link
118. Effect of intraoperative paravertebral or intravenous lidocaine infusion on postoperative complications and inflammation after lung resection surgery: a randomized controlled trial, BJA, 1 September 2025, Link
119. Patient preference for intraoperative opioid use and early recovery after noncardiac surgery: protocol for a randomized factorial design trial of opioid-free versus opioid-based anesthesia (the PERFECT trial), BJA Open, September 2025, Link
120. Efficacy of ultrasound-guided lateral quadratus lumborum block on postoperative pain and quality of recovery in patients undergoing open nephrectomy: A randomized controlled study, Medicine, 12 September 2025, Link
121. Comparison of the effect of acupoint injection and tramadol for the treatment of catheter-related bladder discomfort: A randomized controlled trial, Medicine, 12 September 2025, Link
122. Comparison of erector spinae plane block and tramadol on postoperative systemic immune-inflammatory response in breast cancer surgery: A prospective randomized controlled trial, Medicine, 12 September 2025, Link
123. Effect of virtual reality on perioperative anxiety, stress, and pain in total hip arthroplasty: a randomized controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 9 September 2025, Link
124. Erector spinae plane block versus paravertebral block for major oncological breast surgery: a multicentre randomized controlled trial, BJA, September 2025, Link
125. Impact of superficial and deep parasternal blocks on recovery after cardiac surgery with sternotomy: a randomized controlled trial, BJA, September 2025, Link
126. Comparing the efficacy of combining ketorolac and Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) with Paracetamol alone on postoperative pain after laminectomy. A double-blinded randomized clinical trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 29 August 2025, Link
127. Transcutaneous Auricular Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Postpartum Contraction Pain During Elective Cesarean Delivery: A Randomized Clinical Trial, JAMA Open, 29 August 2025, Link
128. Ultrasound-guided modified versus conventional serratus anterior plane block as a preemptive analgesic for unilateral video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery, BMC Anesthesiology, 29 August 2025, Link
129. Efficacy and safety of hydromorphone caudal block combined with intercostal nerve block during VATS: a single-center randomized controlled study, BMC Anesthesiology, 29 August 2025, Link
130. Opioid-sparing multimodal analgesia for post-craniotomy pain: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 29 August 2025, Link
131. The effect of combining lidocaine and ropivacaine on the duration and onset time of an ultrasound-guided infraclavicular brachial plexus nerve block: A randomized controlled trial, European Journal of Anaesthesiology, 27 August 2025, Link
132. Comparison of different hydromorphone bolus doses in patient-controlled intravenous analgesia for post-laparoscopic surgery: a randomized controlled trial, BMC Anesthesiology, 25 August 2025, Link

Reviews:

1- AI:

133. Artificial intelligence for electrocardiographic diagnosis of perioperative myocardial ischemia: a scoping review, BJA, September 2025, Link

2- General:

134. The role of the anesthetist in mitigating the environmental impacts of nitrous oxide: a narrative review, BJA, 8 October 2025, Link
135. Opioid-free Anesthesia and Analgesia in Clinical Practice: Considerations, Techniques, and Limitations, Anesthesiology, 6 October 2025, Link
136. Interdisciplinary Medical-Engineering Research in Anesthesia: A Mini-Review of Promising Trends, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
137. Climate resilience as a strategic lever for long-term healthcare sustainability: a narrative review, BJA, 27 September 2025, Link
138. Perioperative antimicrobial prophylaxis and surgical site infection prevention, what clinicians and researchers must know, Anesthesia Critical Care & Pain Medicine, 27 September 2025, Link
139. Exploring Myths of Perioperative Autologous Red Blood Cell Salvage, Anesthesiology, 15 September 2025, Link

3- Airway & Mechanical Ventilation:

140. Grading systems for tracheal intubation using videolaryngoscopy, BJA Edu, October 2025, Link

4- Cardiovascular & Hemodynamics:

141. Anesthesia for non-cardiac surgery in patients with adult congenital heart disease, BJA Edu, October 2025, Link
142. The Year in Aortic Surgery: Selected Highlights from 2024, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
143. The Year in Electrophysiology: Selected Highlights from 2024, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
144. Highlights and Perioperative Implications from the 2024 European Society of Cardiology Guidelines for the Management of Peripheral Arterial and Aortic Diseases, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
145. Modified Measurement of Tricuspid Annular Plane Systolic Excursion for Assessing Right Ventricular Function During Cardiac Surgery, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
146. Right Ventricular Function and Echocardiographic Pressure-Volume Loops: Overview and Perioperative Clinical Implications, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
147. Pro: Use of Sterile Technique for Ultrasound-guided Noncentral Line Vascular Access Procedures, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
148. Con: Sterile Technique for Peripheral Vascular Access: Are We as Sterile as We Think?, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, October 2025, Link
149. Respiratory Reactivation of Herpes Simplex Virus-1 Following Cardiac Surgery in Immunocompetent Individuals, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, 16 September 2025, Link
150. Minimally Invasive, Maximally Effective: Anesthetic Management for Endoscopic Cardiac Surgery, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, 13 September 2025, Link
151. Analysis of the Updated EACTS/STS Aortic Guidelines, Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia, 13 September 2025, Link
152. Artificial intelligence for electrocardiographic diagnosis of perioperative myocardial ischemia: a scoping review, BJA, September 2025, Link

5- Thoracic:

153. Comparative analysis of guidelines and recommendations for sedation during flexible bronchoscopy: a narrative review, European Respiratory Review, 20 August 2025, Link

6- Neuro:

154. Optimizing postoperative spine outcomes: an umbrella review of enhanced recovery after spinal surgery (ERASS) protocols, BJA, 8 October 2025, Link
155. The role of perioperatively acquired muscle weakness in postoperative fatigue, European Journal of Anaesthesiology, 8 September 2025, Link
156. Effects of ketamine on postoperative cognition: a scoping review, BJA, September 2025, Link,
157. Interpreting Intraoperative EEG: Beyond Indices to the Essential Role of Raw EEG and Density Spectral Array, Journal of Neurosurgical Anesthesiology, 27 August 2025, Link

7- Obstetrics & Gynecology:

158. Neuraxial labor analgesia and maternal fever: A narrative review, EJA, 25 September 2025, Link
159. Management of pregnant patients with substance use disorder, BJA Edu, 16 September 2025, Link

8- Pediatric:

160. Environmental exposure to air pollution and pollen and the risk of perioperative respiratory adverse events in pediatric anesthesia: A narrative review, Anesthesia Critical Care & Pain Medicine, 27 September 2025, Link
161. Procedural Pain Assessments for Neonates at Risk of Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome: A Scoping Review, The Clinical Journal of Pain, 19 September 2025, Link
162. Perioperative ventilation practices in children, BJA Edu, 8 September 2025, Link
163. Development of the neuromuscular junction and neuromuscular blocking agents in neonates, infants, and children: A narrative review, European Journal of Anaesthesiology, 4 September 2025, Link

9- Regional Anesthesia & Pain Management:

164. Neurobiological mechanisms of central sensitization underlying chronic pain states, BJA Edu, October 2025, Link
165. Stellate ganglion block in perioperative practice: a narrative review, BJA, 29 September 2025, Link
166. Procedural Pain Assessments for Neonates at Risk of Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome: A Scoping Review, The Clinical Journal of Pain, 19 September 2025, Link
167. Topical Analgesics: Pharmacology and Clinical Applications, Anesthesiology, 18 September 2025, Link
168. Innovative technologies in regional anesthesia education: a scoping review, BJA Open, September 2025, Link
169. Transitional Pain Service for Preventing Chronic Postsurgical Pain: A Scoping Review of Published Literature and Considerations for Research and Practice, Anesthesiology, 25 August 2025, Link

Critical Care:

Guidelines:

1. Vascular access for initial treatment of adult emergency patients in the resuscitation room: short summary of recommendations from the German national S1 guideline, International Journal of Emergency Medicine, 2 October 2025, Link
2. Expert consensus statement on the evaluation, treatment, and transfer of cardiogenic shock using a Delphi method approach: a report of the Japan Critical Care Cardiology Committee (J4 CS), Journal of Intensive Care, 30 September 2025, Link
3. Early diagnosis and treatment of acute heart failure in prehospital and emergency settings. Part 1 of the International Expert Opinion Series on acute heart failure management, European Journal of Emergency Medicine, 29 September 2025, Link
4. UK consensus statement on priorities to support the process of withdrawal of veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation, BJA, 25 September 2025, Link
5. Sustainability in critical care units: an opinion paper from the SFAR (French Society of Anesthesia and Critical Care) Sustainability and Critical Care Committees, Anesthesia Critical Care & Pain Medicine, 27 September 2025, Link
6. Transfusion of Fresh Frozen Plasma and Platelets in Critically Ill Adults: An American College of Chest Physicians Clinical Practice Guideline, CHEST, September 2025, Link
7. Consensus Statement on Middle Meningeal Artery Embolization in Chronic Subdural Hematoma Treatment: A Guideline From the Society of Vascular and Interventional Neurology Guidelines and Practice Standards Committee, Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology, 15 September 2025, Link