Healthcare providers use conscious sedation (also called procedural or moderate sedation) to effectively manage medication dosing and allow the patient to maintain independent breathing and ...

A new editorial in Anesthesia Progress by Editor-in-Chief Joel M. Weaver, DDS, PhD, reminds dentists, oral surgeons, and all dental professionals that patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are ...

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.

AMSTERDAM — Many urologic procedures can be safely performed with the use of conscious sedation rather than general anesthesia, and both clinicians and their patients say they prefer the lighter touch ...

Implementing point-of-care (POC) pregnancy testing before dental procedures that involve the use of intravenous sedation could help manage practice risk, according to a recent study published in the ...

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.

Sedation is one of the most imperative skills for healthcare providers to acquire to ensure patient safety. It has revolutionized how healthcare providers deliver care, offering a balance of comfort ...

A recent neuropsychological evaluation diagnosis impugned several controversial theories about anesthesia and cognitive decline. As a medicinal therapy to relieve pain and brain dysfunction, ...

ND4 variant (m.11232T>C) to severe neurologic injury after sevoflurane in patients with Venezuelan maternal ancestry, prompting international alerts.