Tumescent anesthesia
Tumescent Anesthesia
Tumescent anesthesia (pronunciation: too-mes-ent an-es-thee-zia) is a type of local anesthesia used primarily in cosmetic surgery procedures. The term "tumescent" is derived from the Latin word "tumescere," which means to swell or become tumid. This refers to the swelling of the tissues caused by the injection of a large volume of dilute local anesthetic solution.
History
Tumescent anesthesia was first introduced in the 1980s by a dermatologist named Jeffrey Klein. He developed this technique as a safer and more effective alternative to general anesthesia for liposuction procedures.
Procedure
The procedure involves the subcutaneous injection of a large volume of a dilute solution of lidocaine (a local anesthetic) and epinephrine (a vasoconstrictor). The epinephrine causes constriction of the blood vessels, which reduces bleeding and allows the lidocaine to remain in the area for a longer period, providing prolonged anesthesia.
Applications
While tumescent anesthesia was initially developed for liposuction, it has since been used in a variety of other cosmetic procedures, including abdominoplasty, blepharoplasty, and rhinoplasty. It is also used in some non-cosmetic procedures, such as varicose vein surgery.
Advantages
Tumescent anesthesia has several advantages over traditional forms of anesthesia. It reduces the risk of complications associated with general anesthesia, such as nausea, vomiting, and respiratory problems. It also minimizes blood loss during surgery and provides pain relief for several hours after the procedure.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Tumescent anesthesia
- Wikipedia's article - Tumescent anesthesia
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