![]() It is estimated that about 1 in 50 (2%) of women require surgery during pregnancy. General anesthesia is given by expert healthcare providers and the patient is carefully monitored throughout the procedure. ![]() Some commonly used IV medicines include fentanyl, propofol and ketamine. Often a combination of inhaled gases and intravenous medications are used in general anesthesia.Īnesthesia given by inhalation can include halothane, enflurane, isoflurane and nitrous oxide. It involves the use of a medicine (either through breathing in gases through a mask or intravenously (IV)), which produces unconsciousness and an inability to feel pain. General anesthesia is used for medical procedures that require you to be “put to sleep”. This information should not take the place of medical care and advice from your healthcare provider. This sheet talks about exposure to general anesthesia in pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
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