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What are the advantages of spinal anesthesia?

I am a 27 year old female. I want to know what are the advantages of spinal anesthesia?

4 Answers

You are awake and aware during surgery
Doesn’t have to get general anesthesia. It depends on the type of surgery.
I think the biggest advantage is avoiding general anesthesia, assuming the procedure is appropriate for a spinal anesthetic. Many times, meds can be added to help with pain control post operatively.
The first advantage is you are free of the intubation risk..aspiration Neumonia..trauma to teeth.etc.