Anesthesia awareness
Anesthesia Awareness
Anesthesia awareness, also known as Intraoperative awareness, is a rare occurrence where a patient regains consciousness during a surgical procedure while under general anesthesia.
Pronunciation
Anesthesia: /ˌænɪsˈθiːzɪə/ Awareness: /əˈwɛənɪs/
Etymology
The term "anesthesia" originates from the Greek words "an-" meaning "without", and "-aesthesia" meaning "sensation". "Awareness" comes from the Old English word "gewær", meaning "watchful, vigilant".
Definition
Anesthesia awareness is a potential complication during general anesthesia, particularly during major surgeries such as cardiac surgery or cesarean section. Patients experiencing anesthesia awareness may have recall of intraoperative events, which can lead to psychological trauma, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Related Terms
- General anesthesia: A medically induced coma and loss of protective reflexes, resulting from the administration of one or more general anesthetic agents.
- Local anesthesia: The process of numbing a specific area of the body to prevent pain during surgical procedures.
- Sedation: The reduction of irritability or agitation by administration of sedative substances or medications.
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): A mental health condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Anesthesia awareness
- Wikipedia's article - Anesthesia awareness
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