I recently went in to have my mommy makeover but upon starting the anesthesia my airway closed and my heart immediately stopped. I was rushed to the ER and they did CPR on me for 15min to get me back. After extensive testing, the doctors concluded that the anesthesiologist just gave me a dose that was too high for me to tolerate. When I spoke to him about it he said that’s not a thing and impossible. My question is, is it possible? I am searching for answers for any future surgeries I might need.
Answer: Anesthesia dose Anesthesia doses are carefully calculated based on various factors including your weight, age, overall health, medical history, and the type of surgery being performed. Anesthesiologists and surgeons follow established protocols and guidelines to administer safe and appropriate doses of anesthesia.
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Answer: Anesthesia dose Anesthesia doses are carefully calculated based on various factors including your weight, age, overall health, medical history, and the type of surgery being performed. Anesthesiologists and surgeons follow established protocols and guidelines to administer safe and appropriate doses of anesthesia.
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February 1, 2022
Answer: Could I have been given an anesthesia dose too high for me to tolerate? This is very difficult to answer without knowing all the details surrounding this. I am unfamiliar with a high dose of anesthesia causing these issues. It will be important if you have surgery in the future to discuss with your anesthesiologist.
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February 1, 2022
Answer: Could I have been given an anesthesia dose too high for me to tolerate? This is very difficult to answer without knowing all the details surrounding this. I am unfamiliar with a high dose of anesthesia causing these issues. It will be important if you have surgery in the future to discuss with your anesthesiologist.
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January 31, 2022
Answer: Anesthesia I'm so sorry to hear what you've been through and am glad you are doing okay now. More information is needed to determine what happened in your case. I would recommend speaking with the physicians who ordered the testing and gave you the conclusion that the anesthesia dose was too high. They would have more details about the situation and would be better able to give you answers.
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January 31, 2022
Answer: Anesthesia I'm so sorry to hear what you've been through and am glad you are doing okay now. More information is needed to determine what happened in your case. I would recommend speaking with the physicians who ordered the testing and gave you the conclusion that the anesthesia dose was too high. They would have more details about the situation and would be better able to give you answers.
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February 3, 2022
Answer: More information required An open discussion with your surgeon and anesthesiologist will be important to understand what transpired in the operating room. A copy of the anesthesia record will help. One possible scenario is you suffered laryngospasm and couldn't move air. It would be unusual to give too much medication on induction of anesthesia. Would plan your next procedure in the hospital setting so there is plenty of back up available if the problem arises again.
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February 3, 2022
Answer: More information required An open discussion with your surgeon and anesthesiologist will be important to understand what transpired in the operating room. A copy of the anesthesia record will help. One possible scenario is you suffered laryngospasm and couldn't move air. It would be unusual to give too much medication on induction of anesthesia. Would plan your next procedure in the hospital setting so there is plenty of back up available if the problem arises again.
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January 30, 2022
Answer: Anesthesia dose This is not a thing as described. A failure to maintain an airway can lead to hypoxia but a heart won't just stop. Some medications can stop a heart but they are not used in routine anesthesia for a mommy makeover. An idiosyncratic reaction is possible for some as a heart suppressant.
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January 30, 2022
Answer: Anesthesia dose This is not a thing as described. A failure to maintain an airway can lead to hypoxia but a heart won't just stop. Some medications can stop a heart but they are not used in routine anesthesia for a mommy makeover. An idiosyncratic reaction is possible for some as a heart suppressant.
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