Even short term low dose anaesthetics may compromise the health of very young children, according to a recent report. ...
A new metaanalysis comparing general and spinal/ epidural types of anaesthesia has found that surgery using epidurals is less likely to produce adverse effects, regardless of what the surgery is f ...
Children who live with a smoker are more likely to suffer complications if they undergo general anaesthesia. ...
Q:My wife recently had a severe, near fatal reaction when given Diprivan (propofol) in a routine operation. All doctors in the hospital tried to cover it up or dismiss it. Where can I discover tr ...
I'm about to have major dental surgery. Are there any dangers from dental anaesthetic? G T, Windsor........ ...
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* Make sure you know ALL the possible options available * To avoid feelings of regret, don’t make your decision at a time of stress, for example, during a relationship crisis * Know all the risks of surgery and anaesthesia * Tell your doctor of any...
Elective surgery is any procedure that is subject to choice, as opposed to urgent or emergency surgery that must be performed straightaway. You can derive benefit from an elective procedure, but it may be better to wait a while before having it done.