Anesthesia is a state that is characterized by a temporary loss of sensation and awareness. It facilitates the execution of painful medical procedures that can cause severe distress and pain to the patient. Anesthesia is classified into three categories namely, general anesthesia, sedation and local anesthesia. Drugs that are used in anesthesia include general anesthetics, neuromuscular-blocking drugs, analgesics, sedatives, narcotics and hypnotics. The types and degree of anesthesia vary depending upon the medical procedure to be performed. This book aims to shed light on some of the unexplored aspects of anesthesia and the recent researches in this field. From theories to research to practical applications, case studies related to all contemporary topics of relevance to anesthesia have been included herein. This book is appropriate for students seeking detailed information in this area as well as for experts.
