Anaesthesia is a medical speciality that focuses on providing anaesthesia, pain management, and critical care during surgical procedures or other medical interventions. Anaesthetists are trained physicians who administer anaesthesia and monitor patients’ vital signs throughout the procedure.

There are three primary types of anaesthesia

a) General anaesthesia: Induces a state of unconsciousness to ensure painless surgery.

b) Regional anaesthesia: Numbs specific regions of the body, such as epidural or spinal anaesthesia.

c) Local anaesthesia: Temporarily numbs a small area, typically used for minor procedures.

Anaesthesia works by interrupting nerve signals, reducing pain perception, and inducing a controlled state of unconsciousness or sedation, depending on the type of anaesthesia administered. It ensures patient comfort, safety, and optimal surgical conditions.

While anaesthesia is generally safe, it carries some risks, including allergic reactions, breathing difficulties, adverse medication reactions, and rare complications. However, anaesthetists at KIMS-SUNSHINE Hospitals in Secunderabad carefully evaluate patients’ medical history and tailor the anaesthesia plan to minimize these risks.

Before surgery, you will have a pre-anaesthetic assessment with an anaesthetist who will review your medical history, conduct necessary tests, explain the anaesthesia plan, and address any concerns. You will also receive instructions regarding fasting, medications, and other pre-operative preparations.

An anaesthetist plays a crucial role in ensuring patient safety and comfort during surgery. They closely monitor vital signs, administer and adjust anaesthesia as needed, manage pain, and address any potential complications that may arise during the procedure.

Waking up during surgery, known as intraoperative awareness, is extremely rare. Anaesthetists at KIMS-SUNSHINE Hospitals use sophisticated monitoring techniques to maintain an appropriate level of anaesthesia, ensuring that patients remain unaware and pain-free throughout the surgical procedure.

Recovery from anaesthesia varies from person to person and depends on the type and duration of anaesthesia, as well as individual factors. Most patients recover consciousness shortly after the procedure, while the effects of anaesthesia wear off gradually over several hours. The anaesthesia team at KIMS-SUNSHINE Hospitals will closely monitor your recovery and provide appropriate post-operative care.