This tattoo trend could be ink-redibly dangerous. More people are getting tattoos under anesthesia, but medical experts warn against this risky tactic — at least one man has already died while doing ...

When patients undergo general anesthesia, doctors can choose among several drugs. Although each of these drugs acts on neurons in different ways, they all lead to the same result: a disruption of the ...

A growing number of people, especially high-profile clients, are opting to go under general anesthesia for lengthy and complex tattoos, despite concerns about safety. Tattoo artist Romeo Lacoste has ...

Every patient who undergoes surgery places tremendous trust in the medical team, including the anesthesiologist or CRNA. Anesthesia allows patients to undergo procedures without pain or awareness. It ...

Developing a temporomandibular disorder (TMD) in childhood and beyond may be attributed to certain elements of dental care performed under general anesthesia, as well as biopsychosocial factors, ...

The use of general anesthesia during cesarean deliveries is associated with an increased risk for postpartum depression (PPD) that necessitates hospitalization as well as a risk for suicidality, ...

A growing body of neuroscience research is challenging the long-held assumption that general anesthesia works by simply switching the brain off. Instead, multiple independent studies now point to a ...

Russell has a PhD in the history of medicine, violence, and colonialism. His research has explored topics including ethics, science governance, and medical involvement in violent contexts. Russell has ...

Going under general anesthesia can result in feelings of anxiety and overwhelm for many people. However, for those who have experienced sexual assault, it can also feel triggering and result in ...