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Absolute and relative contraindications shape clinical decisions and reveal opportunities for innovation. As leaders in healthcare technology, we’ve compiled a streamlined resource to explore these distinctions and their impact on patient safety in neuraxial procedures. We aim to initiate a broader conversation about technology that could expand access to neuraxial anesthesia for patients currently excluded from this vital care. #Anesthesia #Neuraxial #PatientSafety What strategies or tools do you find most helpful in addressing contraindications for neuraxial anesthesia? 💬 Share your perspective in the comments! 👇

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Jacqueline Donovan, MD — Obstetric Anesthesiologist at Albany Medical Center — faces unique challenges every day, caring for patients with complex medical histories … or no medical history at all. She shares how Accuro is helping her practice improve patient satisfaction: ✅ Reducing attempts during neuraxial anesthesia ✅ Improving procedural precision for patients with high BMI, chronic back pain, and prior spinal surgeries ✅ Ensuring patient safety, comfort ✅ Enriching clinical education with 3D bony reconstruction and intuitive ultrasound guidance When the stakes are high, precision helps both providers and patients. That’s where Accuro makes all the difference. Follow us to see how Accuro is empowering more anesthesiologists like Dr. Donovan to elevate patient satisfaction with safer, faster, and more effective neuraxial anesthesia. #Anesthesiology #MedTech #PatientCare

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Absolute and relative contraindications are central to procedural decision-making in neuraxial anesthesia. But here’s the question: Are they as fixed as they seem? 🛑 Absolute contraindications (e.g., coagulopathy, patient refusal, or localized infection) are traditionally non-negotiable and foundational to patient safety, yet advancing medical technologies and techniques are slowly redefining what’s possible. For instance, enhanced imaging tools and multidisciplinary planning could mitigate risks in once-deemed “absolute” cases. ⚠️ Relative contraindications (e.g., spinal deformities, prior surgeries, or hypovolemia) depend heavily on clinical judgment. This raises important considerations: How can tools and training further support clinicians in navigating these nuanced cases? How can we make relative contraindications safer to manage? It’s time to rethink the evolving understanding of contraindications and explore opportunities for innovation. Progress in this field won’t just push boundaries — it could change lives. #Anesthesia #Innovation #Anesthesiology What do you think? Are absolute contraindications immovable barriers, or is there room for advancement? 💬Comment with your ideas and 🔁repost to help us keep the conversation going.

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Matthew Sikora, DO — Obstetric Anesthesiologist at MetroHealth Medical Center — emphasizes the importance of trusting your skills with neuraxial ultrasound. By confronting challenges with understanding, innovation, and technology, clinicians can: ✅ achieve faster, more accurate epidural placements ✅ reduce patient discomfort ✅ provide a calmer, more confident experience for moms during delivery Let’s continue elevating patient satisfaction, one scan at a time. Follow us for more real-world perspectives from practitioners like Dr. Sikora. #MedTech #Anesthesiology #PatientCare

Patient refusal is one of the most frequently encountered contraindications in neuraxial anesthesia, yet it often stems from misunderstandings or gaps in patient education. Let’s break it down: 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝘂𝘀𝗮𝗹? ✋Fear of complications: Concerns about paralysis, nerve damage, or chronic pain can dissuade patients. ✋Information access: Patients often lack tailored, accessible education about the procedure or its benefits over alternatives. ✋Trust barriers: Patients’ perceptions, shaped by prior experiences or limited communication, can foster doubt. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗱𝗼? 💡 Proactively address misconceptions with clear, evidence-based communication. 💡 Explore and adopt new technology and techniques proven to improve procedural safety and patient comfort. 💡 Share imaging insights with patients, providing transparency about procedural accuracy and safety. Trust-building is a team effort involving the entire care team. By integrating technical expertise with personalized education and communication, clinicians can move beyond contraindications, address patient concerns, and optimize care pathways. Here’s what that looks like: https://bit.ly/3IL6aQp #Anesthesia #PatientCare #Epidural How are you addressing patient concerns around neuraxial anesthesia? Let us know in the comments. 👇