“How long does anesthesia affect you after surgery?”
I am a 41 year old male. I want to know how long does anesthesia affect you after surgery?
3 Answers
It depends upon many factors like medical history,type of surgery,duration of surgery.Usually in a healthy patient who is having outpatient procedure anesthetic effects can last up to 24 hours but most patients are pretty awake within 3-4 hours of surgery.
It really depends on the type of anesthesia received. MAC/Sedation generally lasts for the duration of the surgical visit, however you can haveresidual effects throughout the day. General anesthesia with IV or Gas will last 24 hours or so. Regional anesthesia spinal and nerve blocks lasts however long the medication administered typically lasts. Having liver or kidney problems can prolong the effects of the anesthetics. Have a conversation with your anesthesiologist regarding the type of anesthesia, type of surgery and your medical condition to really get an accurate answer!
You could be free of anesthesia effects in some hours, 2-3 hrs. There are people that need more. Saw cases up to 24 hrs. You shouldn't sign any legal paper in 24hrs.
