Fact Sheets

Source: CCM

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Critical Care Anesthesiology
Critical care anesthesiology is anesthetic care following recent major surgery, severe infections, or trauma.
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General Anesthesia
Many people who are anticipating major surgery worry about receiving general anesthesia. While it is considered very safe, learning more about it can put your mind at ease.
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Nerve Blocks For Surgery
The term “nerve block“ refers to a procedure that blocks pain from reaching specific nerves. Learn more about this procedure.
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Anesthesia for Hernia Repair
For people having a hernia repair, anesthesiologists work alongside surgeons to ensure the patient's comfort and safety during the procedure.
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Anesthesia for Organ Transplant
Organ transplants, including heart, liver, kidney and pancreas, require highly specialized anesthesiology skills.
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Anesthesiology for Heart Bypass
Cardiac bypass surgery presents special risks related to limited blood flow to the heart. Yale Medicine anesthesiologists have expertise in this area.
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Anesthesia for Atrial Fibrillation
Patients with A-fib benefit from specialized anesthesiology. Learn more about this treatment.
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Anesthesia for Colonoscopy
For patients having a colonoscopy, Yale Medicine's anesthesiologists offer both conscious sedation and general anesthesia, tailored to your needs.
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Anesthesia for Fibroid Surgery
Women with uterine fibroids who opt to have them surgically removed will usually be given general anesthesia before their procedure.
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Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is discomfort that persists or progresses over a long period of time. Learn about symptoms and treatment.