Comparison of time-series models for predicting physiological metrics under sedation.

This study presents a comprehensive comparison of multiple time-series models applied to physiological metric predictions. It aims to explore the effectiveness of both statistical prediction models and pharmacokinetic-pharmacodynamic prediction model and modern deep learning approaches. Specifically, the study focuses on predicting the bispectral index (BIS), a vital metric in anesthesia used to assess the depth of sedation during surgery, using datasets collected from real-life surgeries.

Comparative Analysis of Machine-Learning Model Performance in Image Analysis: The Impact of Dataset Diversity and Size.

Background: This study presents an analysis of machine-learning model performance in image analysis, with a specific focus on videolaryngoscopy procedures. The research aimed to explore how dataset diversity and size affect the performance of machine-learning models, an issue vital to the advancement of clinical artificial intelligence tools.

Methods: A total of 377 videolaryngoscopy videos from YouTube were used to create 6 varied datasets, each differing in patient diversity and image count.

Epidural Catheterization in Cardiac Surgery: A Systematic Review and Risk Assessment of Epidural Hematoma.

The potential benefits of epidural anesthesia on mortality, atrial fibrillation, and pulmonary complications must be weighed against the risk of epidural hematoma associated with intraoperative heparinization. This study aims to provide an updated assessment of the clinical risks of epidural anesthesia in cardiac surgery, focusing on the occurrence of epidural hematomas and subsequent paralysis. A systematic search of Embase, Medline, Ovid Central, Web of Science, and PubMed was conducted to identify relevant publications between 1966 and 2022.

Investigation into the clinical performance of rectus sheath block in reducing postoperative pain following surgical intervention: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials.

Background And Aims: Rectus sheath block (RSB) is an effective postoperative pain control technique in abdominal surgical procedures. This systematic review evaluated the efficacy and outcome data of patients undergoing RSB compared to the standard of care in both laparoscopic and open surgical procedures.

Methods: This systematic review followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines (PROSPERO ID: CRD42022372596).