Publications by authors named "Justin Pugh"

Introduction: A non-radiographic technique to measure the location of the tracheal tube (TT) in children is of value given the risk of inappropriate TT placement along with concerns about radiation exposure. Airway point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) has demonstrated utility in children, but the examinations vary by age and may require non-traditional techniques or utilize less common probes. This study evaluated the performance of measuring the tracheal location of the cuffed TT using a novel, linear probe-based POCUS examination over a wide age range of children.

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  • Cesarean deliveries account for a significant portion of births globally, and repeat cesarean deliveries carry higher surgical complication risks, yet their impact on pain management is under-researched.
  • This study assessed opioid usage and pain levels in opioid-naïve patients after primary versus repeat non-emergent cesarean deliveries using a retrospective analysis of 594 patients.
  • Findings revealed that those undergoing repeat cesarean deliveries used less opioids postoperatively (median 35 vs. 58), although pain scores were similar between the two groups, indicating a need for tailored pain management strategies by healthcare providers.
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