“What type of sedation is used for an appendectomy?”

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“What type of sedation is used for an appendectomy?”

I will have an appendectomy. What type of sedation is used for an appendectomy?

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**Dr. Winston Homas** Anesthesiologist Cleveland, OH · Accepted Answer

Dr. Winston Homas Anesthesiologist Cleveland, OH

General endotracheal anesthesia.

**Dr. Michael Sutker** Surgeon Dallas, TX · Accepted Answer

Dr. Michael Sutker Surgeon Dallas, TX

General anesthesia, not sedation.

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

Dr. Natasha E. Kelly Surgeon Ansonia, CT

General anesthesia.