Spanish Society of Anaesthesiology, Resuscitation and Pain Therapy (sedate) He noted that sedation using general anesthetic drugs are procedures It can lead to serious risks and should be performed “exclusively” by specialist doctors. In anesthesia and resuscitation.
After the death of a six-year-old girl in the city of Alzera, in the state of Valencia, after being treated in a private dental clinic, anesthesia and resuscitation specialists confirm that many autonomous communities They allow deep sedation with general anesthesia – such as propofol – to be given by specialists who are not doctors who specialize in these areas.
In a statement, they expressed their deep pain and solidarity with the family of the minor who died of diabetes, warning against the infringement of some regulations issued by various ministries of health. Allowing the use of these medications by doctors in other specialtiessuch as pulmonology, cardiology, gastroenterology or emergency, and even nursing staff, after courses that are not equivalent to a full medical specialization.
“This poses a risk because these drugs “It can cause serious complications within seconds and requires maximum training and preparation.” They are influenced by Cedar, which does not evaluate what happened in the case of the minor in Valencia because it does not know the exact circumstances and official information about the event.
But the association sends a message to citizens that before undergoing any anesthesia, Always ask who will do it And make sure that he is a doctor specialized in anesthesia and resuscitation.
“Anesthesia is a complex system that combines science, experience and constant vigilance. It is even performed by fully qualified specialists, “It’s never completely risk-free.” says CEDAR President, Javier García Fernández
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