Publications by authors named "T P Maus"
Article Synopsis
- Recent studies have raised doubts about the effectiveness of targeting the thoracic medial branch for pain related to thoracic zygapophysial joints through anesthetic blocks or radiofrequency treatments.
- The research aimed to explore the origin and pathway of articular branches to these joints via cadaveric dissection at the University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine.
- Out of the 24 articular branches examined, 22 were identified, with notable variations in their origins and routes, providing insights that may impact the approach to pain management in this area.
Background: True lateral imaging (TLI), obtained by superimposing bilateral lumbar spine structures and aligning superior endplate cortical bone, requires deliberate rotational adjustments of the laterally positioned fluoroscope in both the axial and longitudinal planes. True lateral segmental imaging is necessary to depict true and accurate radiofrequency (RF) cannula positioning relative to bony anatomy during lumbar medial branch radiofrequency neurotomy (LMBRFN).
Objective: To determine the interobserver reliability of TLI during LMBRFN.
Article Synopsis
- Corticosteroid injections can cause negative side effects like increased blood sugar and decreased bone density, yet lower doses may provide similar benefits as higher ones.
- The American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine, along with other societies, created practice guidelines focusing on injection safety, efficacy, and adverse events from corticosteroid use in chronic pain management.
- The final guidelines, which were developed through expert reviews and strong consensus, cover specific areas such as nerve blocks and joint injections to ensure safe and effective treatment protocols.
The Year in Perioperative Echocardiography: Selected Highlights from 2023.
J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth
September 2024
This article is the eighth in an annual series reviewing the research highlights of the year pertaining to the subspecialty of perioperative echocardiography for the Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia. The authors thank the editor-in-chief, Dr Kaplan, and the editorial board for the opportunity to continue this series. In most cases, these will be research articles targeted at the perioperative echocardiographic diagnosis and treatment of patients after cardiothoracic surgery; but in some cases, the articles will target the use of perioperative echocardiography in general.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIn this case study on volume determination in waste sorting facilities, we evaluate the effectiveness of ultrasonic sensors and address waste-material-specific challenges. Although ultrasonic sensors offer a cost-effective automation solution, their accuracy is affected by irregular waste shapes, varied compositions, and environmental factors. Notable inconsistencies in volume measurements between storage bunkers and conveyor belts underscore the need for a comprehensive approach to standardize bale production.
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