Comparison of Various Regional Analgesia Methods for Postoperative Analgesic Effects in Video-assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis.

Background: The optimal analgesia for video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) is still unknown.

Objectives: Our aim was to conduct a network meta-analysis and systematic review to compare the efficacy of different analgesic strategies in VATS.

Study Design: Bayesian network meta-analysis.

A systematic review and meta-analysis of the safety and efficacy of remifentanil and dexmedetomidine for awake fiberoptic endoscope intubation.

Background: Awake fiberoptic endoscope intubation (AFOI) is the primary strategy for managing anticipated difficult airways. Adequate sedation, most commonly being achieved with remifentanil and dexmedetomidine, is integral to this procedure. This meta-analysis aimed to compare the safety and efficacy of these 2 sedatives.