General Anesthesia for Singer Too Risky?

There is always a bit of a sore throat after intubation for a general anesthetic. And, there is always a small risk of injury to the vocal cords with the use of an endotracheal tube. By short tube, I assume you are referirng to LMA or laryngeal mask anesthesia. This type of airway control during the administration of a general anesthetic uses a device that is positioned above your vocal cords. So, there is no contact with your vocal cords. However, you may still wake up with a temporary sore throat. Thank you for your question. Good luck with your surgery.

General anesthesia is the most
common type of anesthesia used during rhinoplasty surgery. The sedative is administered
to ensure the patient’s utmost comfort and to allow the surgeon a wider range
of access to improve the look of the nose. As long as you choose an
experienced, board certified surgeon with a reputable practice, you should rest
assured that the anesthesia administered during your rhinoplasty surgery will
most probably have no adverse effects on your singing voice. I would advise you
to move forward with the nose job, should this be something you have thoroughly
considered, and to avoid getting overly-stressed about the rare risks
associated with anesthesia. Instead of focusing on what can go wrong, focus
your attention on your excitement for your new self-image.