Colorado Anesthesia Services Group

04/16/2026

Midazolam is a short-acting intravenous benzodiazepine that sees common use in the operating room (OR) due to its rapid onset of anxiolytic, sedative, and amnestic effects.

Midazolam in the operating room is widely used for sedation, anxiolysis, and amnesia. Learn its role in anesthesia, propofol synergy...

02/02/2026

Endotracheal tubes are medical devices used to secure and maintain a patient’s airway during anesthesia, critical care, or emergency situations. They are inserted through the mouth or nose into the trachea to allow controlled ventilation of the lungs.

Armored endotracheal tubes are commonly used in surgical procedures where the patient’s head, neck, or body position may change significantly...

01/06/2026

Duramorph is a preservative-free formulation of morphine sulfate designed specifically for neuraxial administration, most commonly via the epidural or intrathecal route.

Duramorph is a preservative-free formulation of morphine sulfate designed specifically for neuraxial administration, most commonly via the...

07/07/2025

Bleeding during surgery is a potentially serious complication that can lead to increased morbidity, longer operative times, and prolonged hospital stays. While surgical technique and procedure type are important contributors, individual patient factors play a pivotal role in determining the risk and severity of bleeding during surgery.

Bleeding during surgery is a potentially serious complication that can lead to increased morbidity, longer operative times, and prolonged hospital stays.

06/04/2025

Bleeding is a common concern during surgical procedures, and excessive intraoperative hemorrhage can significantly impact patient outcomes. While patient-related factors such as coagulation disorders and medication use are often considered, surgical factors also play a crucial role in determining bleeding risk.

Bleeding is a common concern during surgical procedures, and excessive intraoperative hemorrhage can significantly impact patient outcomes. While

12/23/2024

Living or spending extended periods at high altitude—generally defined as 2,500 meters / 8,200 feet or above—imposes significant physiological challenges. While humans can adapt impressively to varying environments, prolonged exposure to hypoxia and other high-altitude conditions can result in notable long-term health effects, both positive and negative.

Living or spending extended periods at high altitudes above 2,500 meters/8,200 feet imposes significant physiological challenges.

11/26/2024

Dantrolene is a therapeutic agent of significant interest in the medical community, particularly in anesthesia and neurology. Initially introduced in the 1960s, dantrolene has since become a crucial drug in the management of malignant hyperthermia (MH), a rare but potentially fatal condition triggered by specific anesthetic agents. However, its role extends beyond anesthesia to several clinical scenarios.

Dantrolene is a therapeutic agent of significant interest in the medical community, particularly in anesthesia and neurology

10/04/2024

Autonomous systems, or robots, are being increasingly integrated into medicine. Automation can provide precision therapy with a high degree of reproducibility, making it highly appealing to anesthesiologists.

Autonomous systems, or robots, are being increasingly integrated into medicine. Automation can provide precision therapy with a high degree of

08/19/2024

Perineural medication is medication that is administered around nerves, often to block sensation in specific areas of the body. This technique has evolved significantly, enhancing pain management in surgical procedures and chronic pain conditions.

07/05/2024

Modern anesthesia has opened the door for increasingly complex surgical and diagnostic procedures, significantly advancing the field of medicine. For many years, it was believed general anesthetics (GAs) had reversible effects on the central nervous system, which would return to its baseline state after anesthetic exposure stopped...

06/25/2024

Intravenous (IV) albumin is a crucial therapy used in various medical conditions. While it might sound like a simple protein infusion, its applications and implications are profound and impactful in clinical practice. This blog post aims to demystify IV albumin, outlining its primary indications and importance.

06/03/2024

In recent decades, there has been a noticeable uptick in the prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD), particularly heart attack, which has emerged as a leading cause of mortality and morbidity on a global scale.

In recent decades, there has been a noticeable uptick in the prevalence of cardiovascular disease (CVD), particularly heart attack, which has emerged as a