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Surgical Anesthesia in Children
During surgical procedures, anesthesia plays a key role, as it allows interventions to be performed painlessly and without stress. The essence of anesthesia is to partially or completely shut down the patient’s perception, ensuring the smoothness of the surgery. Anesthesia methods include local, regional, and general anesthesia, with the choice among them depending on various factors such as the type and complexity of the procedure. Surgical anesthesia is important not only for adults but also requires special attention for children, whose anxiety and ability to cooperate often differ from that of adults. When applying different anesthesia methods, specialists take into account the child’s age, the nature of the procedure, and…
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General Anesthesia, also known as Narcosis
The general anesthesia, commonly known as sedation, is a medical procedure that allows for the controlled reduction of consciousness, thus eliminating the patient’s sensation of pain and relaxing the skeletal muscles. During this process, the patient enters a completely unconscious state, which is essential for many surgical interventions. Anesthesia serves not only to reduce pain but also to guarantee the immobility of the patient and the safety of the surgical environment. The Principles and Effects of Anesthesia The aim of general anesthesia is to achieve painlessness, reduce consciousness, and ensure immobility during surgery. During anesthesia, the patient becomes unconscious and does not remember the procedure, as they are under the…
