The Impact of Ketamine on Outcomes in Acute Pain Management: An Umbrella Review.

: Ketamine offers effective pain relief with fewer side effects than traditional analgesics, making it a promising alternative for acute pain treatment. However, further research is needed to fully assess its role in perioperative care. This umbrella review aimed to compile the highest-quality evidence available regarding the application of ketamine in managing acute pain.

Artificial Intelligence in the Management of Patients with Respiratory Failure Requiring Mechanical Ventilation: A Scoping Review.

Mechanical ventilation (MV) is one of the most frequently used organ replacement modalities in the intensive care unit (ICU). Artificial intelligence (AI) presents substantial potential in optimizing mechanical ventilation management. The utility of AI in MV lies in its ability to harness extensive data from electronic monitoring systems, facilitating personalized care tailored to individual patient needs.

The Impact of Gabapentinoids on Pain-Related Outcomes after Knee and Hip Surgery: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.

Postoperative pain remains a significant challenge after knee and hip surgeries, two of the most frequently performed procedures, preventing patients from seeking timely surgical help. Gabapentinoids, gabapentin, and pregabalin, have been gaining attention in postoperative pain management. We conducted a meta-analysis to evaluate the efficacy of gabapentinoids in pain management after knee and hip surgery.

The Effects of Dexmedetomidine on Pain-Related Outcomes in Craniotomy: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Background: Craniotomy is associated with several undesirable effects including postoperative pain. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate evidence on the efficacy and safety of dexmedetomidine (DEX) for pain management in patients undergoing craniotomy.

Methods: We followed Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines.

The impact of ketamine on pain-related outcomes after thoracotomy: a systematic review with meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

Objective: This meta-analysis aims to examine how effective ketamine is in the management of acute and preventing chronic post-thoracotomy pain by synthesizing the available research.

Method: A systematic literature search was conducted across PubMed, Scopus, and Cochrane Library till May 2023. Randomized Controlled Trials (RCT) examining the influence of ketamine on post-thoracotomy pain in adults were included.