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Read this new #BJAEd article by Shafai & Landau for an overview of the management of pregnant patients with substance use disorder: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
November 11, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Read this new #BJAEd article by Shafai & Landau for an overview of the management of pregnant patients with substance use disorder: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
This new #BJAEd article on perioperative ventilation practices in children is now available to read online: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
November 6, 2025 at 10:01 AM
This new #BJAEd article on perioperative ventilation practices in children is now available to read online: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Read this fantastic new #BJAEd article by Dorsey & colleagues which describes the symptoms, classification, pathophysiology and diagnostic approach for migraine: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
November 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Read this fantastic new #BJAEd article by Dorsey & colleagues which describes the symptoms, classification, pathophysiology and diagnostic approach for migraine: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Not all ACHD patients carry the same risk ⚖️ Classifying by anatomical complexity & physiological status is key for safe periop planning 🧠 Full breakdown in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Anaesthesia for non-cardiac surgery in patients with adult congenital heart disease
Congenital heart disease (CHD) is the most common group of congenital anomalies, with a prevalence of approximately nine per 1000 live births. Advances in medical and surgical care have significantly…
www.bjaed.org
October 31, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Not all ACHD patients carry the same risk ⚖️ Classifying by anatomical complexity & physiological status is key for safe periop planning 🧠 Full breakdown in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
📘 Videolaryngoscopy is now central to safe airway management – but are we still documenting it with tools built for a different era? This article questions whether Cormack–Lehane should finally be retired for VL. #BJAEd www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Grading systems for tracheal intubation using videolaryngoscopy
The first videolaryngoscopes were marketed in 2001. In the two decades since, the number of models available, diversity in design and popularity have all significantly increased.1 Designs can be…
www.bjaed.org
October 30, 2025 at 7:05 PM
📘 Videolaryngoscopy is now central to safe airway management – but are we still documenting it with tools built for a different era? This article questions whether Cormack–Lehane should finally be retired for VL. #BJAEd www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
🌍 Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) varies widely between regions — but why? Definitions, diagnosis & practice all play a role. A must-read review in BJA Education. #BJAEd www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Ventilator-associated pneumonia
Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is a common complication of invasive ventilation that afflicts critically ill patients and is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. However, it is…
www.bjaed.org
October 29, 2025 at 7:05 PM
🌍 Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) varies widely between regions — but why? Definitions, diagnosis & practice all play a role. A must-read review in BJA Education. #BJAEd www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Major trauma is shifting. 🚑 The “typical” patient is now in their 60s, often with frailty & comorbidities. How should anaesthetists adapt to this new reality of silver trauma? Read more in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Major trauma in the elderly: unique challenges and considerations
In England there are around 60 cases of major trauma (Injury Severity Score (ISS) > 15) daily.1 Trauma continues to be the leading cause of death in children and adults aged <40 years and has…
www.bjaed.org
October 28, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Major trauma is shifting. 🚑 The “typical” patient is now in their 60s, often with frailty & comorbidities. How should anaesthetists adapt to this new reality of silver trauma? Read more in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Chronic pain isn’t always about structural damage. 🧠 Central sensitisation reshapes the nervous system, amplifying pain signals for a long time.
Explore the mechanisms behind this phenomenon in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Neurobiological mechanisms of central sensitisation underlying chronic pain states
Chronic pain, whether primary and recognised as a disease in its own right, or secondary to another disease, is associated with a persistent amplification of the painful experience, which explains…
www.bjaed.org
October 27, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Chronic pain isn’t always about structural damage. 🧠 Central sensitisation reshapes the nervous system, amplifying pain signals for a long time.
Explore the mechanisms behind this phenomenon in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Patients with adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) are living longer 🫀➡️ increasing presentations for non-cardiac surgery. What does this mean for perioperative risk, planning & anaesthesia? 📘 New #BJAEd review: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Anaesthesia for non-cardiac surgery in patients with adult congenital heart disease
Congenital heart disease (CHD) is the most common group of congenital anomalies, with a prevalence of approximately nine per 1000 live births. Advances in medical and surgical care have significantly…
www.bjaed.org
October 26, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Patients with adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) are living longer 🫀➡️ increasing presentations for non-cardiac surgery. What does this mean for perioperative risk, planning & anaesthesia? 📘 New #BJAEd review: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
✅ Could video recordings one day replace grading systems altogether? This article explores the future of documenting videolaryngoscopic intubation. #BJAEd www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Grading systems for tracheal intubation using videolaryngoscopy
The first videolaryngoscopes were marketed in 2001. In the two decades since, the number of models available, diversity in design and popularity have all significantly increased.1 Designs can be…
www.bjaed.org
October 25, 2025 at 10:02 AM
✅ Could video recordings one day replace grading systems altogether? This article explores the future of documenting videolaryngoscopic intubation. #BJAEd www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
📘 Ventilator-associated pneumonia remains a major ICU challenge. This comprehensive BJA Education review offers fresh insight for practice, teaching & CPD. #BJAEd www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Ventilator-associated pneumonia
Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is a common complication of invasive ventilation that afflicts critically ill patients and is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. However, it is…
www.bjaed.org
October 24, 2025 at 10:02 AM
📘 Ventilator-associated pneumonia remains a major ICU challenge. This comprehensive BJA Education review offers fresh insight for practice, teaching & CPD. #BJAEd www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Major trauma is no longer the preserve of the young. Average age: 63.6 years. Anaesthetists must master the physiological, ethical & organisational challenges this brings. 🧠 Read the full review in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Major trauma in the elderly: unique challenges and considerations
In England there are around 60 cases of major trauma (Injury Severity Score (ISS) > 15) daily.1 Trauma continues to be the leading cause of death in children and adults aged <40 years and has…
www.bjaed.org
October 23, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Major trauma is no longer the preserve of the young. Average age: 63.6 years. Anaesthetists must master the physiological, ethical & organisational challenges this brings. 🧠 Read the full review in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Why does acute pain sometimes become chronic? 🔄 Central sensitisation highlights how circuits adapt, amplifying pain long after the trigger is gone.
Read in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Read in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Neurobiological mechanisms of central sensitisation underlying chronic pain states
Chronic pain, whether primary and recognised as a disease in its own right, or secondary to another disease, is associated with a persistent amplification of the painful experience, which explains…
www.bjaed.org
October 22, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Why does acute pain sometimes become chronic? 🔄 Central sensitisation highlights how circuits adapt, amplifying pain long after the trigger is gone.
Read in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Read in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Teamwork matters 👥
Close MDT coordination + careful preop optimisation + tailored intra/postop strategies ✅
Explore perioperative management of ACHD in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Close MDT coordination + careful preop optimisation + tailored intra/postop strategies ✅
Explore perioperative management of ACHD in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Anaesthesia for non-cardiac surgery in patients with adult congenital heart disease
Congenital heart disease (CHD) is the most common group of congenital anomalies, with a prevalence of approximately nine per 1000 live births. Advances in medical and surgical care have significantly…
www.bjaed.org
October 21, 2025 at 10:02 AM
Teamwork matters 👥
Close MDT coordination + careful preop optimisation + tailored intra/postop strategies ✅
Explore perioperative management of ACHD in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Close MDT coordination + careful preop optimisation + tailored intra/postop strategies ✅
Explore perioperative management of ACHD in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
🔍 Routine VL use has uncoupled glottic view from ease of intubation. If documentation lags behind, are we risking patient safety? #BJAEd www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Grading systems for tracheal intubation using videolaryngoscopy
The first videolaryngoscopes were marketed in 2001. In the two decades since, the number of models available, diversity in design and popularity have all significantly increased.1 Designs can be…
www.bjaed.org
October 20, 2025 at 10:02 AM
🔍 Routine VL use has uncoupled glottic view from ease of intubation. If documentation lags behind, are we risking patient safety? #BJAEd www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
💡 Shorter antibiotic courses, continuous infusions, or targeted prophylaxis? Evolving strategies for VAP management are discussed in this review. #BJAEd www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Ventilator-associated pneumonia
Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is a common complication of invasive ventilation that afflicts critically ill patients and is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. However, it is…
www.bjaed.org
October 19, 2025 at 10:01 AM
💡 Shorter antibiotic courses, continuous infusions, or targeted prophylaxis? Evolving strategies for VAP management are discussed in this review. #BJAEd www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Prognostication in elderly trauma is complex. Tools like the Clinical Frailty Scale or GTOS can guide — but never replace — MDT judgement. Curious how they fit into trauma decision-making? 🔍 #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Major trauma in the elderly: unique challenges and considerations
In England there are around 60 cases of major trauma (Injury Severity Score (ISS) > 15) daily.1 Trauma continues to be the leading cause of death in children and adults aged <40 years and has…
www.bjaed.org
October 18, 2025 at 1:03 PM
Prognostication in elderly trauma is complex. Tools like the Clinical Frailty Scale or GTOS can guide — but never replace — MDT judgement. Curious how they fit into trauma decision-making? 🔍 #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
🧠 Chronic pain changes the nervous system itself.
Central sensitisation shows how pain becomes a disease in its own right, not just a symptom.
Dive into the mechanisms with #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Central sensitisation shows how pain becomes a disease in its own right, not just a symptom.
Dive into the mechanisms with #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Neurobiological mechanisms of central sensitisation underlying chronic pain states
Chronic pain, whether primary and recognised as a disease in its own right, or secondary to another disease, is associated with a persistent amplification of the painful experience, which explains…
www.bjaed.org
October 17, 2025 at 1:05 PM
🧠 Chronic pain changes the nervous system itself.
Central sensitisation shows how pain becomes a disease in its own right, not just a symptom.
Dive into the mechanisms with #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Central sensitisation shows how pain becomes a disease in its own right, not just a symptom.
Dive into the mechanisms with #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
From Fontan physiology to repaired ToF🫀 - ACHD patients present unique periop challenges.
This #BJAEd review explores anaesthetic implications: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
This #BJAEd review explores anaesthetic implications: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Anaesthesia for non-cardiac surgery in patients with adult congenital heart disease
Congenital heart disease (CHD) is the most common group of congenital anomalies, with a prevalence of approximately nine per 1000 live births. Advances in medical and surgical care have significantly…
www.bjaed.org
October 16, 2025 at 1:04 PM
From Fontan physiology to repaired ToF🫀 - ACHD patients present unique periop challenges.
This #BJAEd review explores anaesthetic implications: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
This #BJAEd review explores anaesthetic implications: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
🧠 From Fremantle to PeDiAC: VL-specific grading systems are emerging, but none yet hold the crown. Which will become the new standard? #BJAEd www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Grading systems for tracheal intubation using videolaryngoscopy
The first videolaryngoscopes were marketed in 2001. In the two decades since, the number of models available, diversity in design and popularity have all significantly increased.1 Designs can be…
www.bjaed.org
October 15, 2025 at 1:05 PM
🧠 From Fremantle to PeDiAC: VL-specific grading systems are emerging, but none yet hold the crown. Which will become the new standard? #BJAEd www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
🔍 From tracheal aspirates to novel molecular diagnostics — what’s the best way to diagnose VAP? This article reviews evidence & controversies. #BJAEd www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Ventilator-associated pneumonia
Ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP) is a common complication of invasive ventilation that afflicts critically ill patients and is associated with increased morbidity and mortality. However, it is…
www.bjaed.org
October 14, 2025 at 1:03 PM
🔍 From tracheal aspirates to novel molecular diagnostics — what’s the best way to diagnose VAP? This article reviews evidence & controversies. #BJAEd www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Damage-control anaesthesia & surgery in the elderly is essential to understand. When do we push on, and when is palliation the most appropriate path? 💡 Explore the nuances in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Major trauma in the elderly: unique challenges and considerations
In England there are around 60 cases of major trauma (Injury Severity Score (ISS) > 15) daily.1 Trauma continues to be the leading cause of death in children and adults aged <40 years and has…
www.bjaed.org
October 13, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Damage-control anaesthesia & surgery in the elderly is essential to understand. When do we push on, and when is palliation the most appropriate path? 💡 Explore the nuances in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
From excitatory pathways to disinhibition and glial cell activity — central sensitisation reflects a plastic re-wiring of pain circuits. A must-read on the science behind chronic pain in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Neurobiological mechanisms of central sensitisation underlying chronic pain states
Chronic pain, whether primary and recognised as a disease in its own right, or secondary to another disease, is associated with a persistent amplification of the painful experience, which explains…
www.bjaed.org
October 12, 2025 at 1:03 PM
From excitatory pathways to disinhibition and glial cell activity — central sensitisation reflects a plastic re-wiring of pain circuits. A must-read on the science behind chronic pain in #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
ACHD + non-cardiac surgery = high stakes 🚨 When should you contact, or transfer to, a specialist centre? When is local care appropriate? 🔍 This #BJAEd article offers a practical framework: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Anaesthesia for non-cardiac surgery in patients with adult congenital heart disease
Congenital heart disease (CHD) is the most common group of congenital anomalies, with a prevalence of approximately nine per 1000 live births. Advances in medical and surgical care have significantly…
www.bjaed.org
October 11, 2025 at 11:02 AM
ACHD + non-cardiac surgery = high stakes 🚨 When should you contact, or transfer to, a specialist centre? When is local care appropriate? 🔍 This #BJAEd article offers a practical framework: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
💡 A “good view, cannot intubate” is a familiar challenge in videolaryngoscopy. New scoring systems aim to capture this reality more reliably – could they change your practice? #BJAEd
www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
Grading systems for tracheal intubation using videolaryngoscopy
The first videolaryngoscopes were marketed in 2001. In the two decades since, the number of models available, diversity in design and popularity have all significantly increased.1 Designs can be…
www.bjaed.org
October 10, 2025 at 11:03 AM
💡 A “good view, cannot intubate” is a familiar challenge in videolaryngoscopy. New scoring systems aim to capture this reality more reliably – could they change your practice? #BJAEd
www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
www.bjaed.org/article/S205...