An Updated Review on the Use of Noninvasive Respiratory Supports in the Management of Severe Asthma Exacerbations.

Asthma is a reversible clinical condition characterized by airway obstruction due to bronchial smooth muscle contraction, inflammation and a hypersecretive state. Severe asthma exacerbations (SAE) may be a part of the natural history of this condition. Patients presenting with SAE are at higher risk of recurrent attacks, often nonresponsive to medical therapy and eventually requiring invasive mechanical ventilation (MV).

Perioperative intravenous lidocaine infusion for postsurgical pain management in bariatric surgery patients.

Introduction: Obesity is one of the biggest modern health issues worldwide. Owing to the failure of both behavioral and pharmacological measures, the surgical approach has been established as the main conduct to follow, with bariatric surgery being one of the most effective and safe procedures. One of the bases for the optimal analgesic strategy is the use of adjuvants during the perioperative period.

Perioperative Rhabdomyolysis in Obese Individuals Undergoing Bariatric Surgery: Current Status.

One potential complication in bariatric surgery is rhabdomyolysis, which is a condition involving muscle tissue damage that can significantly impact a patient's health. The causes of rhabdomyolysis can be broadly classified into two major categories: traumatic and non-traumatic. Early investigations into the development of intraoperative rhabdomyolysis in bariatric surgery identified the main risk factors as tissue compression-primarily affecting the lower extremities, gluteal muscles, and lumbar region-as well as prolonged periods of immobilization.