Currently, lower limb surgeries are mainly anesthetized by
general anesthesia, nerve block and intravertebral anesthesia.8 Although
general anesthesia works quickly and allows easy intraoperative management, the postoperative recovery and quality of life of geriatric patients may be severely affected due to considerable changes of hemodynamics, increased sensitivity to anesthetics, decelerated metabolism and cardiovascular stress response.
report that it is preferable to acquire a tissue diagnosis before starting treatment, even if doing so necessitates the use of
general anesthesia, except in extreme circumstances [8].
In contrast, some authorities have argued that, with the introduction of
general anesthesia and more efficient electrical waveforms, ECT's adverse cognitive effects are short-lived, with no persistent effects on memory7.
A retrospective study of dental treatment under
general anesthesia of children with or without a chronic illness and/ or a disability.
Arslan-Carlon, "Anesthetic complications during
general anesthesia without intravenous access in pediatric ophthalmologic clinic: assessment of 5216 cases," Minerva Anestesiol, vol.
Although, 307 patients were included in the study, seven patients were excluded due to no compliance of the procedure and conversion to
general anesthesia was done.
"On the other hand, the cost of
general anesthesia usually represents an important portion--about 30 to 40 percent--of the bill."
The standard of care in veterinary dentistry dictates that all feline dental procedures be performed under
general anesthesia. Yet cat owners might still see groomers and pet stores offering "anesthesia-free dental cleanings." It is not recommended.
general anesthesia drugs market is bifurcated into intravenous and inhalational.
In total, 683 patients, who were under
general anesthesia during oral intubation, were evaluated.
(1) Although surgical fixation has often been performed with
general anesthesia, the use of regional blocks has gained popularity for benefits, such as avoiding airway manipulations, (2) intra-operative analgesia, (2) and muscle relaxation.