Hi! I am having a 3 1/2 hr. surgery under IV sedation and the anesthesiologist keeps telling me that I will hear everything and be able to talk to them during the procedure. I thought that IV sedation would make you unaware of what is going on around you, no? I know he can turn up or down the sedation, but why does he keep stressing my "awareness" during the procedure? Thanks!
October 17, 2014
Answer: Comfortable relaxed facelifting IV sedation is a great way to go about face and neck lift enhancement. You are arousable but very sleepy. Most patients drift in and out of sleep. As long as your anesthesiologist is well versed in this approach, you shouldn't have any concerns. IV or oral sedation is the best approach. General anesthesia is an unnecessary risk for this procedure.
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October 17, 2014
Answer: Comfortable relaxed facelifting IV sedation is a great way to go about face and neck lift enhancement. You are arousable but very sleepy. Most patients drift in and out of sleep. As long as your anesthesiologist is well versed in this approach, you shouldn't have any concerns. IV or oral sedation is the best approach. General anesthesia is an unnecessary risk for this procedure.
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June 22, 2016
Answer: IV sedation Yes, your anesthesiologist is correct. While you may hear those around you and answer questions, patients under IV sedation are often asleep through much of the procedure. The most important aspect is that you have any anesthetic technique under the care of a board certified anesthesiologist in a fully accredited surgery center. Best of luck!
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June 22, 2016
Answer: IV sedation Yes, your anesthesiologist is correct. While you may hear those around you and answer questions, patients under IV sedation are often asleep through much of the procedure. The most important aspect is that you have any anesthetic technique under the care of a board certified anesthesiologist in a fully accredited surgery center. Best of luck!
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