Types of anaesthesia
There are several types of anaesthesia that may be used individually or in combination, depending on the surgery.
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What does an anaesthetist do?
Anaesthetists are specialist doctors with unique clinical knowledge and skills. They have a major role in the perioperative care of surgical patients.
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Preparing for your operation
Having surgery under anaesthesia can be a bit daunting. Especially if it’s your first time. But there are a few simple things you can do to get yourself better prepared for your surgery.
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Anaesthesia for joint surgery
Joint replacement surgery is a common and effective procedure for relieving disability due to severe joint pain and loss of function.
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Opioids and chronic pain
Opioids are a class of medicines taken to help reduce pain. They work on the central nervous system to slow down nerve signals between the brain and the body.
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Anaesthesia for cardiac surgery
Most adult heart surgery in Australia and New Zealand is performed for coronary artery disease and heart valve disease.
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ANZCA letter to Medical Board of Australia Chair Dr Anne Tonkin 20211201
ANZCA's letter to Medical Board of Australia Chair Dr Anne Tonkin re: the Ahpra cosmetic surgery review 1 December 2021
ANZCA Pholcodine Statement September 2023
This statement has been prepared in response to the decision of the Australian Government
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) to withdraw pholcodine-containing products from the market. Evidence shows that pholcodine consumption in the 12-month period prior to a general an...