I have an appointment with a surgeon next month for brachioplasty (after losing 120lbs). I have talked to the office staff they have stated that the surgeons perform it under sedation with local in the office. I understand the medications used for sedation vs general (Im an ICU and ER nurse). I have had two procedures in the past (CTR and derm) with IV sedation. Versed and propofol had almost no effect and made me more non-compliant than anything. I ended up with an LMA for the CTR.
July 6, 2016
Answer: Anesthesia Usage in Melbourne, Florida Anesthesia considerations for any procedure including brachioplasty tend to be a function of safety, as well as the procedure and the goals and the considerations of the individual patient. The top consideration is safety so regardless of which type of anesthesia is used I would simply make sure that all of the usual accreditations are in place and safety equipment is readily available. A detailed discussion with the anesthesiologist would most likely resolve your concerns. I hope this information is helpful to you. Best of luck!
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July 6, 2016
Answer: Anesthesia Usage in Melbourne, Florida Anesthesia considerations for any procedure including brachioplasty tend to be a function of safety, as well as the procedure and the goals and the considerations of the individual patient. The top consideration is safety so regardless of which type of anesthesia is used I would simply make sure that all of the usual accreditations are in place and safety equipment is readily available. A detailed discussion with the anesthesiologist would most likely resolve your concerns. I hope this information is helpful to you. Best of luck!
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June 17, 2016
Answer: IV sedation vs general Both methods of anesthesia are fine but I would make sure that the office maintains the same standards for monitoring and post op recovery as an outpatient surgical facility. What you don't want to happen is that there is no preparation for an emergency should it arise during the IV sedation.
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June 17, 2016
Answer: IV sedation vs general Both methods of anesthesia are fine but I would make sure that the office maintains the same standards for monitoring and post op recovery as an outpatient surgical facility. What you don't want to happen is that there is no preparation for an emergency should it arise during the IV sedation.
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