During general anesthesia, you will be unconscious, and many of the body’s functions will slow down and need support to work effectively. A tube may be placed in the throat to help you breathe.

Medically reviewed by David Hampton, MD General anesthesia side effects can range from minor problems like nausea or dry ...

Continuous perineural analgesia is the placement of a small tube (catheter) around a nerve or group of nerves in order to provide you relief from pain after surgery of your arm or leg. The tube will ...

Next, connect the endotracheal tube to an inhalation anesthesia machine, respirator, or flexible squeeze bag. Inflate the cuff of the endotracheal tube with sufficient air to seal the area between ...