The use of general anesthesia during cesarean deliveries is associated with an increased risk for postpartum depression (PPD) that necessitates hospitalization as well as a risk for suicidality, ...

Adverse events occurred in 2% of children who underwent procedures for airway management under general anesthesia, with higher rates in neonates and infants. Risk factors included younger age, the ...

Perioperative rupture is rare among patients with unruptured intracranial aneurysms undergoing general anesthesia for non-aneurysm surgery.

Mounting evidence suggests that repeated exposure to commonly inhaled anesthesia drugs can push an aging brain toward dementia, according to an Idaho Statesman report. According to the report, general ...

This is good news for parents that might worry about side effects and risks of inhaled anesthesia for children requiring surgeries. There are still some things for parents to keep in mind with regard ...

A new study found no link between the duration and depth of anesthesia and the subsequent risk of developing cancer, according to a study published in the Oct. 2011 issue of Anesthesia & Analgesia.

Every year, more than 13 million babies are born prematurely worldwide, and up to one-third of them require surgical repair ...

Anesthesia allergy is rare but can cause serious problems, like trouble breathing or a skin rash, during surgery. If you've had allergies or serious reactions before, tell your doctor before you get ...