I am to have liposuction to my inner/outer thighs, hips, and stomach in 6 weeks. My PS explained to me that I would likely be under for about 4.5 hours. I am 39, 5'1, and 130lbs. I am getting more and more nervous about the reality of the risks of anesthesia and am getting more paranoid. I will also add I am a healthcare provider and have likely seen when bad things happen to normal people. Is 4.5 hours too long? I really don't think I could do 2 surgeries and worry more about that risk.
Answer: Is 4.5 Hours Too Long for Liposuctioin Surgery No it's not too long. We provide serial compression devices to the calves to keep venous blood moving, and keep the patient as warm as possible with upper and lower body Bair huggers (warming blankets). Procedures of this length or longer are commonly done in my practice.
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Answer: Is 4.5 Hours Too Long for Liposuctioin Surgery No it's not too long. We provide serial compression devices to the calves to keep venous blood moving, and keep the patient as warm as possible with upper and lower body Bair huggers (warming blankets). Procedures of this length or longer are commonly done in my practice.
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December 5, 2016
Answer: Is 4.5 hours too long for general anesthesia during Liposuction? Hello and thank you for your questions.
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December 5, 2016
Answer: Is 4.5 hours too long for general anesthesia during Liposuction? Hello and thank you for your questions.
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December 1, 2016
Answer: Knowing What to Expect with Anesthesia This is a fairly typical amount of time for the procedures you mentioned. Since you're concerned, I recommend following up with your doctor if you are concerned. Best, Dr. Emer
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December 1, 2016
Answer: Knowing What to Expect with Anesthesia This is a fairly typical amount of time for the procedures you mentioned. Since you're concerned, I recommend following up with your doctor if you are concerned. Best, Dr. Emer
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November 28, 2016
Answer: Is 4.5 hours too long for general anesthesia during Liposuction? Some surgeons will take much longer than another surgeon. In general, surgeries should be held to under 6 hours.
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November 28, 2016
Answer: Is 4.5 hours too long for general anesthesia during Liposuction? Some surgeons will take much longer than another surgeon. In general, surgeries should be held to under 6 hours.
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December 2, 2016
Answer: Lenght of anesthesia Your concerns are common. You might consider asking for a regional anesthetic (epidural) to avoid exposure to an airway and inhalation agents. We have used epidural anesthesia for over thirty years with a low complication rate and high patient satisfaction. Most anesthesiologists who do obstetrical anesthesia are quite adept at this procedure
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December 2, 2016
Answer: Lenght of anesthesia Your concerns are common. You might consider asking for a regional anesthetic (epidural) to avoid exposure to an airway and inhalation agents. We have used epidural anesthesia for over thirty years with a low complication rate and high patient satisfaction. Most anesthesiologists who do obstetrical anesthesia are quite adept at this procedure
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