Unlocking Pain-Free Surgeries: The Power of Anesthesia

Pain-free surgery

The history of medical procedures is fraught with tales of excruciating pain and suffering. Patients undergoing surgeries often had to endure unimaginable agony as their bodies were subjected to invasive interventions. However, a revolutionary advancement in medical science has forever altered this narrative – the advent of anesthesia. The power…

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Malignant Hyperthermia

Malignant Hyperthermia is one of the most devastating anesthesia related complications.  It is a pharmacogenetic clinical syndrome that in its classical form. occurs during anesthesia with volatile halogenated alkanes such as halothane. isoflurance/ desflurance, and /or muscle relaxant like succinylcholine. The Fulminant malignant hyperthermia produce muscle hypermetabolism with rapidly increasing…

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The Basics of Anesthesia: Ensuring Comfort and Safety in Medical Procedures

Introduction In the realm of modern medicine, the term “anesthesia” holds immense significance as it facilitates medical procedures and surgeries that would otherwise be unbearable for patients. Anesthesia, in its various forms, ensures pain relief, immobility, and often induces a state of unconsciousness to enable clinicians to perform intricate procedures…

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Propofol

Chemical composition 2,6,di-iso-propylphenol. It has a pH of 7-8.5. It is available in emulsified formulation containing 1% propofol, 10% soybean oil (provides lipid base), 2.25% glycerol(maintains isotonicity), and 1.2% egg phosphatide (emulsifier). Availability It is available in 20 ml ampoules or vials containing 10 mg/ml. It is also available in…

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Dexmedetomidine

It is an enantiomer of medetomidine. It acts as an alpha2 agonist although it has mild actions on alpha 1 receptors also. The ratio of 2 to receptor selectivity

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The Evolution of Anesthesia: A Journey Through History

The history of anesthesia is a remarkable journey that has transformed the landscape of medicine and surgery. The ability to render patients unconscious during surgical procedures has not only alleviated pain and suffering but also paved the way for unprecedented advancements in medical science. This article explores the fascinating evolution…

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