Twilight anesthesia is conscious sedation. In this, the patient will be awake and will be able to follow the instructions. They are used to reduce pain, anxiety and provide temporary memory loss during and after surgical procedures. Fentanyl, Valium, Ketamine, Midazolam, Nitrous oxide, etc., are used to provide twilight anesthesia. Side effects are reduced blood pressure, headache, sick feeling, drowsiness, etc.
Twilight Anesthesia - Uses, Advantages, and Disadvantages
Twilight anesthesia is a type of anesthesia that uses a low level of sedation to cause hypnosis and amnesia, which reduce anxiety. Read more.
