Hello, I will be getting liposuction and skin excision to my arms and wanted to know if I’m able to request IV anesthesia (TIVA) instead of gas inhalation. Gas makes me sick and there’s a higher risk for urine retention as well as a longer recovery with gas. I did ask my surgeon and she said she’ll let it up to the anesthesiologist. I’m nervous the anesthesiologist will say no. My recovery with IV anesthesia in the past has always been smooth, but gas was rough. Thank you!
Answer: May be possible but talk to anesthesiologist first Yes, it is often possible to request IV anesthesia, also known as Total Intravenous Anesthesia (TIVA), for your procedure. TIVA uses IV medications like propofol and avoids gas inhalation, which can minimize nausea, vomiting, and other side effects you’ve experienced in the past. However, the final decision depends on your surgeon, the anesthesiologist, and the specifics of your procedure.
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Answer: May be possible but talk to anesthesiologist first Yes, it is often possible to request IV anesthesia, also known as Total Intravenous Anesthesia (TIVA), for your procedure. TIVA uses IV medications like propofol and avoids gas inhalation, which can minimize nausea, vomiting, and other side effects you’ve experienced in the past. However, the final decision depends on your surgeon, the anesthesiologist, and the specifics of your procedure.
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May 7, 2024
Answer: Surgery Again, you will need to discuss this with the anesthesiologist who will be providing your care. It does not matter what anyone else says.
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May 7, 2024
Answer: Surgery Again, you will need to discuss this with the anesthesiologist who will be providing your care. It does not matter what anyone else says.
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May 3, 2024
Answer: Iv Anesthesia Yes, you can certainly discuss your preferences for anesthesia with your surgeon or healthcare provider before your liposuction procedure. IV (intravenous) anesthesia and gas inhalation (such as nitrous oxide or sevoflurane) are both commonly used methods for anesthesia during liposuction, and the choice between them can depend on various factors, including your medical history, the extent of the procedure, and your personal preferences.
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May 3, 2024
Answer: Iv Anesthesia Yes, you can certainly discuss your preferences for anesthesia with your surgeon or healthcare provider before your liposuction procedure. IV (intravenous) anesthesia and gas inhalation (such as nitrous oxide or sevoflurane) are both commonly used methods for anesthesia during liposuction, and the choice between them can depend on various factors, including your medical history, the extent of the procedure, and your personal preferences.
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April 23, 2024
Answer: Anesthesia If you need to discuss specifics about anesthesia that your surgeon is unable to answer you may want to ask the anesthesia group to contact you prior to your procedure. They will consider the planned procedure as well as your medical history to determine what is recommended for you.
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April 23, 2024
Answer: Anesthesia If you need to discuss specifics about anesthesia that your surgeon is unable to answer you may want to ask the anesthesia group to contact you prior to your procedure. They will consider the planned procedure as well as your medical history to determine what is recommended for you.
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April 23, 2024
Answer: Type of anesthesia If this is a question that you want answered before the day of surgery, I would recommend that you request a phone conversation with the anesthesiologist prior to surgery. You will have less anxiety/apprehension if you know these answers ahead of time.
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April 23, 2024
Answer: Type of anesthesia If this is a question that you want answered before the day of surgery, I would recommend that you request a phone conversation with the anesthesiologist prior to surgery. You will have less anxiety/apprehension if you know these answers ahead of time.
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