Medical Malpractice Issues: Misuse of Anesthesia
Anesthesia has been used for many centuries as a word to describe the blocking of sensation (most commonly pain). This term encompasses many different forms of general anesthesia, including hypnosis, relaxation, obtundation, and analgesia. Most often used in patients undergoing surgery, anesthesia has allowed medical professionals to complete otherwise painful procedures without causing the patient to feel the pain of the surgery.
Patients who need surgery must be evaluated to see whether or not the use of anesthesia is a safe option for them. This evaluation considers your medical history, a physical examination, blood work, and various consultations.
There are several levels of anesthesia that a person may be subjected to during a medical procedure. These include:
- General anesthesia
- Sedation
- Moderate Sedation
- Minimal Sedation
Anesthesia can be used in several areas of the body. In regional anesthesia, the loss of pain sensation occurs in a certain region of the body. Spinal and Epidural anesthesia work in a more precise location in the body. Local anesthesia, on the other hand, is similar to regional, but only affects a smaller portion of the body.
Patients undergoing surgery with the use of anesthesia must be monitored carefully to ensure their safety. If your doctor failed to properly monitor you or a loved one during anesthesia, causing you serious harm, contact the Green Bay Medical Malpractice Lawyers of Habush Habush & Rottier, S.C. today by calling 1-800-757-8644