Inhalation anesthesia for more than one hour
Inhalation Anesthesia Lasting More Than One Hour is a form of general anesthesia used during longer surgical procedures. It involves the administration of volatile inhalation anesthetics through a face mask or endotracheal tube, connected to an anesthesia machine that precisely controls the dosage and concentration of the anesthetic agent.
Procedure Details:
Anesthetic agents: Commonly used volatile agents include sevoflurane, desflurane, or isoflurane, which allow the depth of anesthesia to be adjusted according to the procedure’s requirements and the patient’s condition.
Extensive monitoring: Throughout the anesthesia, the patient is closely monitored for vital functions (pulse, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, and CO₂ levels) as well as the depth of anesthesia.
Ventilation support: Since the patient cannot breathe independently, assisted or mechanical ventilation is often used to ensure adequate oxygenation.
Advantages and Use:
Effective control of anesthesia depth: Allows continuous adjustments based on the patient’s response.
Longer duration: Suitable for complex procedures requiring prolonged anesthesia without compromising patient safety.
This type of anesthesia requires an experienced medical team and rigorous monitoring to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the procedure.
