Ablation with or without general anesthesia?
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Hi,
Many of you have probably seen my last post about whether to get an ablation or not. I have decided to go ahead and schedule it. Since I am 16, it is standard procedure to put you under general anesthesia for the EP study and ablation. From my understanding, adults are not under general anesthesia unless specifically requested. I am anti-drug when all possible, and I've never had any anesthesia except local. I am really nervous about the concept of general anesthesia and would wish to avoid it if possible. I asked my doctor if we could do this, and he said yes, but he wouldn't recommend it. He said most guys start getting antsy and shaking around after 30-45 minutes and it makes their job difficult.
What do you guys think, am I reasonable to avoid general anesthesia? How would you want to do it if you had the option?
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patricia30469 ChristianTaylor
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I'm awaiting to go in for mine, already had the pre assessment a couple weeks ago.
I was told I wouldn't be put under, just sedated, the reason being, should I become uncomfortable at any time during the procedure, I'd be able to get them know
ciaran33745 patricia30469
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I think that's a sensible decision Patricia. Its very rare for someone to come back here and say it was worse than they expected, its far more often the other way around. Good luck with it and let us know how you get on....
linda90194 ciaran33745
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gr8fulwoman ChristianTaylor
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My advice is, do with the general anesthesia. I had my ablation in August and was awake.... it was worth it,
but not fun AT ALL.