When a patient undergoes conscious sedation, they are given pain and relaxation medications via an intravenous (IV) line in the arm. Unlike general anesthesia, the patient remains awake throughout the ...

PHOENIX — Gastroenterologists want more training in how to safely deliver moderate sedation during endoscopic procedures, and a majority would be interested in providing physician-directed propofol ...

Dental anxiety can be so extreme for some patients that a simple cotton swab on the gums makes them flinch. And others, fearful of pain, simply avoid seeing the dentist, according to a new study by ...

Sedation is one of the most imperative skills for healthcare providers to acquire to ensure patient safety. It has revolutionized how healthcare providers deliver care, offering a balance of comfort ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Conscious sedation was not superior to general anesthesia for functional recovery in patients undergoing ...

There are many advantages to using local anesthesia with IV sedation during minimally invasive spinal procedures. Agnes P. Green, MD, a board certified anesthesiologist at The Bonati Spine Institute ...