“What kind of anesthesia is used for D and C?”
I am a 27 year old female. I want to know what kind of anesthesia is used for D and C?
3 Answers
Typically it is a heavy sedation or light general anesthesia. It’s dependent upon your BMI and the anesthesiologist’s preference in discussion with your doctor. But it should be a simple and quick procedure without an extensive anesthetic.
Dr. J. Arthur Saus
Anesthesiologist
Typically it is general anesthesia. Other approaches such as sedation (but not completely a general anesthetic) or a spinal anesthetic are possible, but a general anesthetic is usually the most practical approach. It is typically not a very long surgical procedure.
Two kinds, full general anesthesia or deep sedation.
