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    What types of anaesthesia are used in general surgeries?

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  • Dr Shekhar Sharma

    Colorectal Surgeon (Bowel), General Surgeon, Laparoscopic Surgeon

    As a general surgeon with 20+ years of experience, I strongly believe in “ethical & quality care”. I offer all general surgical services (e.g. scopes, … View Profile

    There are four main types of anaesthesia:

    1. General Anaesthesia: You are completely unconscious and unaware during the procedure.

    2. Regional Anaesthesia: Numbs a larger region of your body (e.g., spinal or epidural).

    3. Local Anaesthesia: Numbs only a small part of your body where the incision is made.

    4. Sedation (Monitored Anaesthesia Care): Provides varying levels of relaxation while maintaining some awareness; often combined with local anaesthesia.

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