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What is Spinal Anesthesia and How is It Applied?

What is Spinal Anesthesia and How is it Applied?


Spinal anesthesia; It is a commonly used anesthesia method in cesarean birth. It can also be applied for some operations performed below the waist level. The most frequently preferred technique among regional anesthesia methods is spinal anesthesia. The patient is seated before surgery to administer spinal anesthesia. The injection is made through the hard membrane called dura, which contains the spinal cord and nerves. Under the effect of anesthesia, the patient's lower chest and feet become numb and numb. Since the pain is not transmitted to the brain, the patient does not feel pain. Thanks to spinal anesthesia, the mother can witness her baby's first sound at the moment of birth, as in normal birth. Spinal anesthesia is an anesthesia method that offers the advantages of normal birth in cesarean births.


What are the Side Effects of Spinal Anesthesia?


Although it is rarely seen, after surgery; Headache, Low back pain, Back pain, Tremors, Low blood pressure, Urinary retention are the possible side effects.


Who Shouldn't Spinal Anesthesia Be Applied?


In patients who do not want the application; This method is not preferred in patients with certain skin diseases, patients with blood clotting problems, people using blood thinners, infection in and around the waist, or having undergone a herniated disc surgery at the level where spinal anesthesia is required, and patients with advanced heart failure.


What Should Be Considered After Cesarean Birth with Spinal Anesthesia?


Bed rest should be taken as recommended by the doctor, the head should not be moved too much. Plenty of fluids should be consumed. Painkillers and caffeine recommended by the doctor should be used before the feeling of drowsiness is completely gone.

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