Strategies to Minimize Virus Transmission During Anesthesia Procedures in COVID-19 Patients.

Anesthesiologists and the critical care team may be at increased risk of contracting severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2, COVID-19) due to airway manipulations and intubations performed during anesthesia administration and management of patient undergoing surgery. SARS-CoV-2 infections have been reported among healthcare workers. The virus is transmitted by close personal contact and aerosols.

Racial and Ethnic Disparity in the Administration of General Anesthesia.

Healthcare disparities continue to affect communities in the United States that are racially and ethnically diverse, disabled, and economically disadvantaged, even though medical and technological advancements have made great strides in these areas. Disparities in health outcomes and difficulties obtaining care for both acute and chronic illnesses are more common among these populations when compared to the overall population. Disparities in anesthesia care delivery have been documented in multiple studies, and they are based on factors such as patients' racial/ethnic background, gender, sexual orientation, ability to communicate in English, and accessibility to health insurance.

Anesthesia-induced Developmental Neurotoxicity in Pediatric Population.

Anesthetics and sedatives may cause long-term negative neurocognitive consequences in children. Many clinical reports on this subject have had a profound impact on the field of clinical pediatric anesthesiology. Findings from animal models suggest that early exposure to anesthesia might cause neurocognitive impairment and apoptotic cell death in the brain.

Oral health status, self-perceptions, and risk awareness among young adult users of electronic cigarettes in Pakistan.

Introduction: The use of electronic cigarettes (ECs) has surged globally, particularly among young individuals. This study aimed to assess the perceptions of vaping-related oral health risks, clinical oral health status, and self-perceived dental and periodontal conditions among young adult users of ECs in Pakistan.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted from June 2023 to March 2024, recruiting 142 young users of ECs.

Assessment of Practitioners' Knowledge of the Diagnostic and Therapeutic Approach to Endo-Periodontal Lesions in Saudi Arabia.

Introduction: Endodontic-periodontal diseases frequently pose significant challenges for clinicians in terms of diagnosis, management, and prognosis. Practitioners' knowledge of endo-periodontal lesion (EPL) diagnosis is essential for formulating appropriate treatment plans. This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge of diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to EPLs among dental practitioners in Saudi Arabia.