When patients undergo general anesthesia, doctors can choose among several drugs. Although each of these drugs acts on neurons in different ways, they all lead to the same result: a disruption of the ...

The use of general anesthesia during cesarean deliveries is associated with an increased risk for postpartum depression (PPD) that necessitates hospitalization as well as a risk for suicidality, ...

Caroline Shaw had no idea she would feel an overwhelming urge to use the bathroom in the middle of her facelift. “My face was only half done, and they asked if they could take my picture, which they ...

An international study has found around 1 in 10 participants under planned general anesthesia were able to respond to commands. Importantly no subjects remembered the commands after surgery.

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Spinal and general anesthesia were associated with high rates of successful same-day discharge TJA. Patients who ...

Women who have general anesthesia during C-sections are significantly more likely to experience severe postpartum depression resulting in hospitalization, suicidal thoughts or self-harm, according to ...

A growing number of people, especially high-profile clients, are opting to go under general anesthesia for lengthy and complex tattoos, despite concerns about safety. Tattoo artist Romeo Lacoste has ...

Anesthesia prevents pain during procedures by numbing you or putting you into a sleep-like state. Though considered very safe, it can cause side effects like nausea, chills, aches, and sleepiness.

A person typically requires anesthesia to minimize pain during surgical or other invasive medical procedures. Medicare Part A covers anesthesia received during a hospital stay. However, Part B will ...