PEC I and II nerve blocks enable breast cancer surgeries with deep sedation, avoiding general anesthesia's side effects like ...

General anesthesia side effects can range from minor problems like nausea or dry mouth to more serious ones like difficulty urinating or confusion. These side effects vary widely from person to person ...

In Australia, rates of nerve injuries related to surgery and anesthesia decreased over a 9-year timeframe, with combined regional and general anesthesia tied to a higher risk for the complication.

Most children - including nearly 80% of infants - go without clear liquids before surgery for at least twice as long as guidelines recommend, according to an analysis of data on more than 70,000 ...

Patients who take blockbuster drugs like Wegovy or Ozempic for weight loss may face life-threatening complications if they need surgery or other procedures that require empty stomachs for anesthesia.