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Local Anesthesia

Local anesthesia is a type of anesthesia generally used to block pain sensation only in a specific area of the body that needs to be anesthestized.

Safety of Remifentanil to be Ensured Through New Anesthesia Dosing Models

Safety of Remifentanil to be Ensured Through New Anesthesia Dosing Models

New dosing models that may provide the scientific basis for more accurate administration of remifentanil, a synthetic opioid commonly used during surgery, in children and obese patients

Repeated Anesthesia Exposure During Early Life May Impair Visual Recognition Memory

Repeated Anesthesia Exposure During Early Life May Impair Visual Recognition Memory

Visual recognition memory impairment could occur as a result of repeated exposure to a common anesthesia, finds a new study.

Can Watching Movies Replace General Anesthesia for Kids With Cancer?

Can Watching Movies Replace General Anesthesia for Kids With Cancer?

A new research finds that watching videos could replace general anesthesia for kids with cancer having radiotherapy.

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'Opt-Out' Policy Does Not Increase Access to Anesthesia Care

'Opt-Out' Policy Does Not Increase Access to Anesthesia Care

The 'opt out' provision was created due to a concern about a potential shortage of physician anesthesiologists, at least in some regions and states.

Role Of Anesthesia in the Mechanism of Consciousness

Role Of Anesthesia in the Mechanism of Consciousness

It is possible to observe visually identifiable neuronal networks over a period of several weeks in order to study the after-effects of anesthesia.

Surgical Anesthesia During Early Childhood Linked to Lower IQ Scores as Teens

Surgical Anesthesia During Early Childhood Linked to Lower IQ Scores as Teens

A small link has been identified between exposure to anesthesia for surgery before the age 4 with slightly lower school grades at age 16 and slightly lower IQ scores at 18.

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Anesthetic Procedures Performed Outside The Operating Rooms are Common Among Americans

Anesthetic Procedures Performed Outside The Operating Rooms are Common Among Americans

A recent analysis reveals that more americans undergo anesthetic procedures outside the operating rooms.

Single, Short Exposure to General Anesthesia in Young Kids Does Not Affect the Brain

Single, Short Exposure to General Anesthesia in Young Kids Does Not Affect the Brain

Very young, healthy children undergoing short surgical procedures requiring a single exposure to general anesthesia didn't exhibit effect on the cognitive outcomes.

Practice Restrictions, Physician Supervision Have No Impact on Anesthesia Patient Safety

Practice Restrictions, Physician Supervision Have No Impact on Anesthesia Patient Safety

The same doctors who argue that they need to be involved in the care of our military veterans don't insist on being assigned to the front lines during military actions.

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Opioid-free Anesthesia can Reduce Painkiller Use After Breast Cancer Surgery

Opioid-free Anesthesia can Reduce Painkiller Use After Breast Cancer Surgery

While opioid drugs provide an excellent painkilling effect throughout operations, they also have side-effects such as respiratory depression and vomiting.

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Spinal or Epidural anesthesia - Animation

Slides and animation on spinal and epidural anesthesia illustrating the essentials of the procedure for a patient to understand.

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The discovery of anesthesia has resulted in surgeries becoming painless and a much more pleasant experience. Test your knowledge on anesthesia by taking this ...

Local Anesthesia Effective in Venous Cannulas

Local Anesthesia Effective in Venous Cannulas

Study confirms the effectiveness of local anesthesia when inserting a cannula into a vein.