general anesthesia
noun
: anesthesia affecting the entire body and accompanied by loss of consciousness compare local anesthesia
general anesthetic
noun
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His autopsy report determined the level found in his blood was the equivalent to the amount that would be used during general anesthesia.
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Stephanie Wenger, Peoplemag, 3 July 2024
During the procedure, you will be put under general anesthesia (in an unconscious state, similar to a deep sleep).
—Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 2 July 2024
The procedure is most often done under general anesthesia.
—Krissi Danielsson, Parents, 1 July 2024
Midazolam is a sedative that is normally administered to help patients feel relaxed before surgery, vecuronium bromide is peripherally used as part of general anesthesia and potassium chloride is a medication for low blood potassium.
—Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 27 June 2024
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Stephanie Wenger, Peoplemag, 3 July 2024
During the procedure, you will be put under general anesthesia (in an unconscious state, similar to a deep sleep).
—Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 2 July 2024
The procedure is most often done under general anesthesia.
—Krissi Danielsson, Parents, 1 July 2024
Midazolam is a sedative that is normally administered to help patients feel relaxed before surgery, vecuronium bromide is peripherally used as part of general anesthesia and potassium chloride is a medication for low blood potassium.
—Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 27 June 2024
See all Example Sentences for general anesthesia
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“General anesthesia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/general%20anesthesia. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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