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Dr. Sylvia Rodriguez Elias, MD
- Manati, Puerto Rico
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The Dead Man
I was answering consults in the ER in 1984, and there was a school of medicine. I supervised students, interns, and residents. I received a call from the resident on duty, "Doc...
My study about propofol in the 80s
In the 80s the Baxter comp asked me to conduct a study of his new hypnotic Propofol. The other anesthesiologists were afraid of this novel drug. But I am brave and bold and said...
Can anesthesiologists trach coronavirus patients?
If patient is positive and surgery is not an emergency, the procedure will be held until cleared of infection.
Can local anesthesia be used for hernia surgery?
Yes. I only saw one herniorraphy under local anesthesia. But the surgeon was trained in Germany in local anesthesia. Not all surgeons are trained, so your choice will be spinal READ MORE
Yes. I only saw one herniorraphy under local anesthesia. But the surgeon was trained in Germany in local anesthesia. Not all surgeons are trained, so your choice will be spinal or geta.
What kind of anesthesia is used for colon surgery?
Could be geta or regional...spinal.
What is the safest anesthesia for surgery?
There is no safest. We give the indicated and less complicated anesthesia for a procedure.
How long does anesthesia last after hernia surgery?
Spinal anesthesia could last from 2 hrs to 4 hrs or more. Geta is less recovery.
Do you dream under anesthesia?
You are in a coma. But some patients claim they dream.
What happens if you are given too much dental anesthesia?
You could have toxicity reactions, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, seizures, coma, or death.
Can anesthesia make you tired for days?
All depends upon the length and type of surgery, and patient general condition. You could feel weak and tired after a major surgery under geta. But it is supposed to disappear READ MORE
All depends upon the length and type of surgery, and patient general condition. You could feel weak and tired after a major surgery under geta. But it is supposed to disappear in a matter of 24 or 48 hrs.
What are the side effects of a nerve block?
Side effects of regional block depend on the kind and quantity of anesthetic used. Could be dizziness, weakness, headache, nausea, vomiting, and prolonged numbness in the area. READ MORE
Side effects of regional block depend on the kind and quantity of anesthetic used. Could be dizziness, weakness, headache, nausea, vomiting, and prolonged numbness in the area.
What type of anesthesia is used for neck surgery?
For surgeries of the neck, face, and head, we prefer geta to better control the airway. Unless it's a minor procedure and can be done with local anesthesia.
Can general anesthetic cause chest infection?
General anesthesia could cause bkp, bronchitis, etc., when there is a history of smoking, asthma, Copd, And also in bedridden patients and with neurological diseases such as Parkinson's, READ MORE
General anesthesia could cause bkp, bronchitis, etc., when there is a history of smoking, asthma, Copd, And also in bedridden patients and with neurological diseases such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Cva, etc.
How long does a cough last after anesthesia?
Sore throat and cough are common complications after gen anesthesia. But they will disappear in a matter of 24 or 48 hrs. If they persist more, maybe you will need respiratory READ MORE
Sore throat and cough are common complications after gen anesthesia. But they will disappear in a matter of 24 or 48 hrs. If they persist more, maybe you will need respiratory therapy and an anesthesia and pneumo evaluation.
How does anesthesia affect the respiratory system?
General anesthesia blocks your reflexes. Once it's discontinued, you recover them. Also, you do not breathe. You are paralyzed. Once discontinued, muscle paralysis is reversed. READ MORE
General anesthesia blocks your reflexes. Once it's discontinued, you recover them. Also, you do not breathe. You are paralyzed. Once discontinued, muscle paralysis is reversed. You breathe again.
Can anesthesia cause pneumonia?
Yes. Aspiration Pneumonia is an anesthesia side effect due to full stomach. Also, you could develop bkp due to poor cough reflex after geta.
Is it normal to have difficulty breathing after dental anesthesia?
Dental anesthesia is done under local anesthesia. Don't believe difficult breathing is related. Unless you have asthma, copd, or smoking history. You should visit an emergency READ MORE
Dental anesthesia is done under local anesthesia. Don't believe difficult breathing is related. Unless you have asthma, copd, or smoking history. You should visit an emergency room.
Is anesthesia not safe after a certain age?
Anesthesia has risk at any age. But there are more complications in elderly
Can anesthesia cause lung collapse?
If you are intubated, the positive press of the ventilator could rupture a lung bleb, copd, asthma, etc., can cause pneumothorax. Also, a gas we use worsen clinic, nitrous oxide. READ MORE
If you are intubated, the positive press of the ventilator could rupture a lung bleb, copd, asthma, etc., can cause pneumothorax. Also, a gas we use worsen clinic, nitrous oxide. Canulation of central line can cause it, too. Atelectasia due to hipoventilation or occlusion due to mucous plug can cause also lung collapse.
Can anesthesia cause pneumonia?
Aspiration pneumonia can be a feared complication in general anesthesia if you are full stomach. Also, you could develop bkp after procedure if you have a chronic lung condition READ MORE
Aspiration pneumonia can be a feared complication in general anesthesia if you are full stomach. Also, you could develop bkp after procedure if you have a chronic lung condition or are bedridden, or an incapacitating neurological disease like Parkinson's.
Is it ok to go under anesthesia with a cold?
No. Surgery must be cancelled. And you need to visit your general doctor for evaluation and consider chest therapy and antibiotics.
Is it okay to be sleepy after anesthesia?
Okay, could happen.
