Is Anesthesia Safe for Kids? - Cleveland Clinic Health Essentials
2024年7月8日 · Research shows that pediatric anesthesia has become increasingly safe with advances in technology and medication. In the United States, more than 6 million children and 1.5 million infants get “put under” for surgery every year.
Anesthesia Safety for Infants and Toddlers: Parent FAQs
Anytime a child undergoes a surgical procedure requiring anesthesia or sedation, parents will have questions about possible risks—especially when that child is an infant or a toddler. In an effort to help families prepare, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) answers frequently asked questions about the safety of anesthesia.
Anesthesia: What to Expect (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth
When their child needs anesthesia for a procedure or surgery, parents usually have a lot of questions. Here’s what to expect before, during, and after a child has anesthesia. What Are the Types of Anesthesia? The anesthesia used depends on the procedure or surgery being done.
What parents should know about anesthesia - Boston Children's Answers
2019年9月24日 · The prospect of surgery can be distressing to parents and kids alike, but the idea of a child undergoing anesthesia can be often be even more concerning to families. Still, many babies and young children need anesthesia to be able to tolerate tests, surgeries, and other minor invasive procedures.
How Does Anesthesia Affect Children? | HSS Pediatric Surgery
2023年12月5日 · As the parent of a young child who needs surgery, you may be concerned about the effects of anesthesia on your child. Until recently, the common side effects of anesthesia in children (sleepiness, grouchiness) were believed to be …
Preparing your child for anesthesia - Children's Health
How to best prepare your child for general anesthesia. Your child’s doctor will provide detailed instructions for how to prepare your child for anesthesia. Their recommendations will include: Fasting guidelines. Your child will need to stop eating and drinking certain foods and liquids before their anesthesia appointment.
About Anesthesia - Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
If your child is under general anesthesia, they may need a breathing tube inserted into their windpipe so they can breathe properly during surgery. It's important to remember that surgery stresses the body and may cause your child to become nauseous and/or …
Anesthesia and your Child - Michael Rothschild, MD
For most parents, the thought of their child undergoing general anesthesia is the most frightening part of any surgery. This is understandable, since anesthesia is unfamiliar to most families. Furthermore, the media occasionally reports a terrifying …
Anesthesia (for Parents) | Nemours KidsHealth
Most children don’t have any problems with anesthesia. Before your child gets anesthesia, the doctors and nurses will ask you about: your child's current and past health, including any breathing problems like asthma and whether your child snores
There are several different types of anesthesia, and your child may receive one or more for the procedure or surgery. If your child requires tests, such as a special type of X-ray or other imaging exam, the physician anesthesiologist may provide anesthesia to ensure your child’s safety and the success of the test.