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Extended Work Periods Among Anesthesiologists and Postoperative Patient Outcomes.
JAMA network open·May 1, 2026·PMID 42096198
Why it mattersAnesthesiologists lack work hour restrictions, and fatigue from long shifts is a plausible patient safety concern. This large, multicenter study provides real-world evidence on the potential risks of extended work periods, informing staffing and scheduling decisions.
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