spinal anaesthetic

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Noun spinal anaesthetic has 1 sense

spinal anesthetic, spinal anaesthetic - an anesthetic that is injected into the spine
--₁ is a kind of anesthetic, anaesthetic, anesthetic agent, anaesthetic agent
--₁ has particulars: piperocaine, piperocaine hydrochloride, Metycaine

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Spinal Anaesthetic

Description

Spinal anaesthetic, also known as spinal anesthesia, is a type of anesthesia that involves the injection of a local anesthetic agent into the cerebrospinal fluid surrounding the spinal cord. This procedure blocks nerve impulses and numbs a specific region of the body, resulting in pain relief and loss of sensation.

Sample Sentences

The patient opted for spinal anaesthetic instead of general anesthesia for the surgery.
After receiving a spinal anaesthetic, the mother was comfortable during the entire childbirth process.
In some cases, a spinal anaesthetic may be used for pain management during certain procedures.
The doctor carefully administered the spinal anaesthetic to ensure effective pain control.

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