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What anesthesia do you use for a thyroid biopsy?
General anesthesia is best
Will I get general anesthesia for a liver biopsy?
Yes, preferably GENERAL
Can endoscopy be done under general anesthesia?
Yes, however, deep IV sedation with PROPOFOL without intubation or anesthetic gases is the usual technique. This is essentially a general anesthetic in that the patient is usually READ MORE
Yes, however, deep IV sedation with PROPOFOL without intubation or anesthetic gases is the usual technique. This is essentially a general anesthetic in that the patient is usually unconscious for the colonoscopy.
What type of sedation is used for a kidney biopsy?
General anesthesia is recommended
Can local anesthesia be done for inguinal hernia surgery?
I would not recommend local only. Pt moving or resisting the surgeon's efforts can cause poor repair/bleeding.
What is the best anesthesia for total knee replacement?
Spinal block +/- IV sedation has the advantage of decreased risk of intra/post-operative blood clots.
Can you deliver a baby with an epidural?
Yes. A labor epidural can be used for vaginal delivery or Caesarian section delivery.
Are you under general anesthesia for a liver biopsy?
Usually general
What sedation is used for ankle surgery?
General anesthesia is probably best
Do you get general anesthesia for gallbladder surgery?
Yes. For a lap chole, the surgeon needs to insufflate air into the abdominal cavity, which can radiate pain to the shoulders and chest. General anesthesia is required.
Can you be awake during gallbladder surgery?
Cholecystectomy is an upper abdominal surgery that involves the removal of the gallbladder. For a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the air is insufflated through a port and can cause READ MORE
Cholecystectomy is an upper abdominal surgery that involves the removal of the gallbladder. For a laparoscopic cholecystectomy, the air is insufflated through a port and can cause chest and shoulder discomfort. It is not easily performed under a regional block and requires a general anesthetic.
How long does a sore throat last after general anesthesia?
The extent and duration of sore throat depend on the extent of difficulty during the intubation and airway management process. Usually, only a few days would be expected.
My mom's head injury?
Very sorry to hear about your Mom's injury. Perhaps she was admitted to the renal service due to the brain trauma's changes in the hormones secreted from the brain, namely ADH READ MORE
Very sorry to hear about your Mom's injury. Perhaps she was admitted to the renal service due to the brain trauma's changes in the hormones secreted from the brain, namely ADH (Antidiuretic Hormone) which has a significant effect on urine production and fluid balance, and blood pressure. Morphine dosing is simply for pain management, but she will likely be weaned from it soon.
What type of anesthesia is used for C-section?
Spinal anesthesia block and epidural blocks have the advantage of having the mother awake for the delivery and avoiding manipulation of the airway with intubation for a general READ MORE
Spinal anesthesia block and epidural blocks have the advantage of having the mother awake for the delivery and avoiding manipulation of the airway with intubation for a general anesthetic.
What anesthesia is used for middle ear surgery?
General anesthesia
How should I sleep after spinal anesthesia?
If you have a post-dural puncture headache, sleeping flat will help.
Do you get sedation for hernia surgery?
Usually hernia surgery is done under GENERAL
Are you put to sleep for liposuction?
It really depends on the liposuction system. I do liposuction cases at many locations around Phoenix area. Although standard liposuction cases are usually done under general READ MORE
It really depends on the liposuction system. I do liposuction cases at
many locations around Phoenix area. Although standard liposuction cases
are usually done under general anesthesia, the TICKLE LIPO system can be
done with light sedation. The trocar vibrates and tricks the patient's
pain processing system and seems to distract the patient from pain. I
personally had it performed on my abdomen and under my chin on two separate
procedures at Dermacare in Goodyear.
many locations around Phoenix area. Although standard liposuction cases
are usually done under general anesthesia, the TICKLE LIPO system can be
done with light sedation. The trocar vibrates and tricks the patient's
pain processing system and seems to distract the patient from pain. I
personally had it performed on my abdomen and under my chin on two separate
procedures at Dermacare in Goodyear.
