Types of anaesthesia will you give details of the various types of anaesthetic we use, along with some of the more common procedures your anaesthetist may undertake to keep you safe and comfortable during your operation or procedure. For more details about what type of anaesthetic and what procedures are more likely in your case, see the links below. Please remember that this information is general, and more specific advice will be given to you directly by your anaesthetist. This varies according to your other health issues and medications, the details of your specific procedure, and takes into account your personal preferences.
If you are having abdominal surgery which is not for liver cancer, weight loss or caesarean section, click here.
Adult Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery
If you are having ear, nose or throat surgery, click here.
If you are having a caesarean section, click here.
If you are having labour pain relief such as an epidural, click here.
If you are having liver cancer surgery, click here.
If you are having brain surgery or surgery to your spine/back (neurosurgery), click here.
Paediatric Ear, Nose and Throat Surgery
If your child is having surgery for their ear, nose or throat, click here.
If you are having vascular surgery, click here.
If you are having weight loss surgery, click here.