Analgesic effectiveness of methoxyflurane inhaler during genicular nerve block in knee osteoarthritis: a randomized controlled trial.

Background: Up to 30% of patients with knee osteoarthritis (KOA) have evidence of sensitization, with a similar proportion experiencing severe pain during procedures. Most patients with KOA are elderly and often develop side effects from intravenous sedation. Our study investigated the effectiveness of a methoxyflurane inhaler combined with local anesthesia in reducing procedural pain from genicular nerve block compared with local anesthesia alone.

Assessing the effectiveness of a digital, case-based learning platform for cancer pain management in residency training.

Objectives: To determine the effectiveness of self-directed, case-based learning in cancer pain management via a digital learning platform (e-CBL) in interdisciplinary residents' knowledge and critical thinking skill level.

Methods: The prospective observational study was conducted on 51 first- and second-year residents from anesthesiology, surgery, and family medicine who had not received training in the management of cancer pain and were invited to participate by their Program Director. Participants voluntarily underwent e-CBL in cancer pain management using four modules (pain assessment, principles of pain management, pharmacological techniques, and non-pharmacological techniques) at their convenience within seven days via the Moodle platform.