Getting Anesthesia: Am I At Risk for Side Effects?

In this episode, Dr. K and Dr. P discuss common side effects of general anesthesia, including postoperative nausea and vomiting, muscle aches, sore throat, inability to urinate, and postoperative delirium. We discuss why each of these side effects occur, what patient populations these side effects are prevalent in, and what we as anesthesiologists do to prevent and treat these side effects. Are you at risk? Find out in this episode.