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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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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Anaesthesia for endoscopy
Endoscopy procedures, which include gastroscopy and colonoscopy, are frequently performed as day-stay cases.
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ANZCA Foundation Committee
The Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists established the ANZCA Foundation in 2007 to support medical research and education. The foundation's mission is: "To support medical research and education that saves lives, helps people to optimise their health, and work...
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What is anaesthesia?
There are several types of anaesthesia that may be used individually or in combination, depending on the operation.
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CO2 insufflation in endoscopy reduces risk of gas embolism
Following the death of a person from suspected venous air embolism, ANZCA recommends CO2 is used for endoscopy insufflation and that anaesthetists maintain a high index of clinical suspicion of gas embolism.
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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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Trauma SIG
The Trauma SIG exists to co-ordinate resources, provide education and deliver updates to anaesthetists who care for trauma patients as part of their regular clinical work, those who are occasionally required to deal with severe trauma, and those who have a developing interest ...
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Anaesthesia for eye surgery
Eye surgery can be performed under eye block, topical anaesthesia or general anaesthesia.
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