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When you think of anesthesia, it's likely you think of what's called general anesthesia, which is when you're completely unconscious during a medical procedure such as a major surgery. But there are several different types, and not all of them leave you oblivious to the world.
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www.howstuffworks.com/anesthesia.htm
www.howstuffworks.com/anesthesia.htm
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The common types of anesthesia we encounter and perform in our practice are general anesthesia, regional anesthesia, sedation anesthesia, and local anesthesia. ... Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about Anesthesia for Surgery:
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www.groupanesthesia.com/patientGuide/surgical.php
www.groupanesthesia.com/patientGuide/surgical.php
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ... What is sedation and general anesthesia? ... On occasion, patients undergo "general anesthesia," in which drugs cause a temporary loss of consciousness. Deep sedation and general anesthesia may be recommended in certain procedures for children or others who have severe anxiety or who...
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www.ada.org/public/topics/anesthesia_faq.asp
www.ada.org/public/topics/anesthesia_faq.asp
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There are also a number of very rare but severe complications of general anesthesia such as injury to nerves, organs and possibly death. Some health problems may increase your risk of complications — please thoroughly discuss your health with your anesthesiologist.
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www.asmgmd.com/faq.html
www.asmgmd.com/faq.html
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After general anesthesia, the most common complication is nausea and vomiting. This occurs more frequently in children, those who have experienced nausea with previous anesthetics, and those who are susceptible to motion sickness.
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www.hss.edu/conditions_14096.asp
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General Anesthesia - Questions ... What is "General Anesthesia"? ... A general anesthetic is an anesthetic in which the patient is unconscious during the surgery.
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www.pasanes.com/FAQGen.html
www.pasanes.com/FAQGen.html
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Patients under general anesthesia may be paralyzed by medications, with their breathing assisted by machine. This means they can’t talk or alert anyone through gestures. ... Click on the yellow-shaded frequently-asked questions (FAQ) below to show answers.
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depts.washington.edu/awaredb/FAQ_Awareness.html
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The most feared complication of general anesthesia is death. This occurs in roughly 1 out of every 10,000 people. It is not possible to predict who will have this type of severe reaction. ... The medications used in general anesthesia can cause severe reactions. These include:
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www.healthopedia.com/general-anesthesia/after.html
www.healthopedia.com/general-anesthesia/after.html
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Cleveland Clinic Main Campus ... Cardiothoracic Anesthesia ... Cleveland Clinic Anesthesia Frequently Asked Questions...
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my.clevelandclinic.org/ccforms/Anesthesia_FAQs.aspx
my.clevelandclinic.org/ccforms/Anesthesia_FAQs.aspx
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