Anesthesia in ENT Surgery
Anesthesia is a medical technique used to temporarily induce a loss of sensation or consciousness in a patient, allowing them to undergo a surgical or diagnostic procedure without experiencing pain or discomfort. In ENT (ear, nose, and throat) surgery, anesthesia can be administered in a variety of ways depending on the specific procedure and the patient's individual needs.
General anesthesia, which involves the use of intravenous medications and/or inhaled gases, is often used for more complex ENT Surgery, such as those involving the airway or the brain. Local anesthesia, which involves the injection of a numbing medication into a specific area of the body, may be used for less invasive procedures or in conjunction with general anesthesia. In some cases, a combination of both local and general anesthesia may be used to provide the best possible pain management and comfort for the patient.