“Is general anesthesia given for colon surgery?”

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“Is general anesthesia given for colon surgery?”

I will have colon surgery. Is general anesthesia given for colon surgery?

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**Dr. Thomas J. Rick** Anesthesiologist Phoenix, Arizona · Accepted Answer

Dr. Thomas J. Rick Anesthesiologist Phoenix, Arizona

Yes, general is best. Allows for muscle relaxation.

**Dr. Radu Constantine** Surgeon Ozark, AL · Accepted Answer

Dr. Radu Constantine Surgeon Ozark, AL

Always!

**Dr. Natasha E. Kelly** Surgeon Ansonia, CT · Accepted Answer

Dr. Natasha E. Kelly Surgeon Ansonia, CT

Yes, all abdominal Surgeries.