Evidence-based clinical review Ultrasound-Guided Central Venous Access: Is Landmark-Only Placement Now Outdated? For routine central venous catheterization, real-time ultrasound should be the default when trained operators and functioning equipment are available. Landmark-only access still has a limited contingency role. Estimated reading time:
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Anesthesia for Robotic Pelvic Surgery: The Hidden Physiology of Steep Trendelenburg and Pneumoperitoneum
AI Surgical Coaches: Do They Improve Outcomes, or Just Performance Metrics? What Early Real-World Data Show
AI Surgical Coaches: Do They Improve Outcomes, or Just Performance Metrics? What Early Real-World Data Show Review Abstract Purpose: This review examines the emerging evidence for artificial intelligence-assisted surgical coaching, with particular emphasis on whether these systems improve clinically meaningful outcomes or primarily improve technical-performance and
Can Bispecific Antibodies Move Safely Into the Outpatient Clinic? A Label-Concordant Framework for Clinicians
Can Bispecific Antibodies Move Safely Into the Outpatient Clinic? A Label-Concordant Framework for Clinicians Review Abstract Purpose: This review assesses whether CD3-engaging bispecific antibody therapy can be delivered safely in outpatient oncology settings, with emphasis on cytokine release syndrome, immune effector cell-associated neurotoxicity syndrome, infection prevention,
Reducing Low-Value Testing in Family Medicine: High-Yield Diagnostic Stewardship for Common Outpatient Complaints
Reducing Low-Value Testing in Family Medicine: High-Yield Diagnostic Stewardship for Common Outpatient Complaints Review Abstract Low-value diagnostic testing is common in family medicine. These tests can expose patients to false-positive results, incidental findings, and unnecessary treatments. They may also involve radiation, lead to higher costs,
The Low-Wait Emergency Department: AI-Supported Patient Flow and Smart Bed Management
The Low-Wait Emergency Department: AI-Supported Patient Flow and Smart Bed Management Review Abstract Emergency department crowding is a persistent safety, access, and operations problem. It is rarely caused by a single failure inside the emergency department. It often shows how arrival volume, patient acuity, staffing,
Top Medical News Topics Clinicians Should Know This Week
Top Medical News Topics Clinicians Should Know This Week Medical NEWS - See topic summary at the end Abstract Time window: June 15–21, 2026, inclusiveSelection logic: This roundup includes medical news items that were published, announced, updated, or otherwise had a clearly documented clinical, regulatory, public health,
Energy Devices Under the Microscope: Are We Underestimating Thermal Injury?
Energy Devices Under the Microscope: Are We Underestimating Thermal Injury? Review Abstract Purpose: To examine current understanding of thermal injury mechanisms in energy-based medical devices and assess whether healthcare providers adequately recognize risk factors, injury patterns, and prevention strategies. Methodology: Analysis of current literature, clinical case studies,
The Rise of the “Vertical ED”: Can Standing Reduce Boarding?
The Rise of the “Vertical ED”: Can Standing Reduce Boarding? Review Abstract Emergency department boarding has become a persistent and complex challenge across healthcare systems worldwide. Boarding refers to the prolonged stay of admitted patients in the emergency department after a decision to admit has been
The Role of Anesthesiologists in Perioperative Medicine: Should We Lead or Follow?
The Role of Anesthesiologists in Perioperative Medicine: Should We Lead or Follow? Review Abstract Anesthesiologists have evolved from providers of intraoperative anesthesia to physicians involved in the complete perioperative care continuum. This paper examines the current role of anesthesiologists in perioperative medicine and addresses whether
