NON-INHALATION ANESTHESIA

A Comprehensive Overview
 INTROD U CTI ON TO N O N - I N HALATION ANESTHESIA

• Non-inhalation anesthesia techniques encompass a variety of methods for

administering anesthesia without the use of inhaled anesthetic gases.
• These techniques include intravenous, regional, and other routes of administration.
• In modern medical practice, non-inhalation anesthesia techniques play a crucial role
in providing safe and effective anesthesia for patients undergoing various surgical
procedures.
• They offer alternatives to inhalation anesthesia and are often preferred in certain
patient populations or surgical settings.
• This presentation will provide an overview of different non-inhalation anesthesia
techniques, their applications, and considerations in contemporary medical practice.
 INTRAVENOUS NARCOSIS

• Intravenous narcosis refers to the administration of anesthetic agents directly

into the bloodstream to induce anesthesia.
• This method allows for rapid onset of anesthesia and precise control over the
depth of anesthesia.
• History and Development:
• Intravenous anesthesia has a long history, with early attempts dating back to the
19th century.
• Significant advancements were made in the early 20th century with the
discovery and development of various intravenous anesthetic agents.
Types of Intravenous Anesthetic Agents:
• Barbiturate derivatives: Examples include thiopental sodium and hexobarbital.
• Steroid anesthetics: Such as althesin and viadril.
• Propofol: A widely used intravenous anesthetic with rapid onset and recovery.
• Ketamine: Known for its dissociative anesthesia effects.
• Etomidate: Characterized by rapid onset and short duration of action.
• odium hydroxybutyrate: Also known as GHB, used for its anesthetic properties.
Advantages and Considerations:
• Advantages include rapid onset of anesthesia, precise titration of dosage, and avoidance of airway irritation
associated with inhalational agents.
• Considerations include the need for specialized equipment for monitoring and airway management, as well as
potential side effects such as respiratory depression and cardiovascular effects.
 NEUROLEPTANALGESIA

• Neuroleptanalgesia is a technique combining neuroleptic drugs with analgesics to

achieve sedation and pain relief during medical procedures.
• It aims to provide a balanced state of sedation and analgesia while maintaining a
level of consciousness that allows cooperation with medical interventions.
Components and Mechanism of Action:
• Neuroleptic drugs (neuroleptics): These are medications that act on the central
nervous system to induce sedation, reduce anxiety, and suppress certain behaviors.
• Analgesics: Pain-relieving medications that alleviate discomfort and pain
sensations.
Preparations Used in Neuroleptanalgesia:
• Droperidol: A commonly used neuroleptic agent known for its sedative and antiemetic properties.
• Fentanyl: A potent opioid analgesic used for pain management in combination with neuroleptics.
• Thalamonal: A combination medication containing droperidol and fentanyl, providing both sedation and
analgesia.
Applications and Considerations:
• Neuroleptanalgesia is often used for minor surgical procedures, dental treatments, and diagnostic
procedures.
• Considerations include the potential for respiratory depression, hypotension, and adverse reactions to the
medications used.
• It requires careful monitoring of vital signs and patient response throughout the procedure to ensure safety
and efficacy.
 ATARALGESIA

• Neuroleptanalgesia is a method of anesthesia that combines neuroleptic (sedative)

drugs with analgesic agents to induce a state of sedation and pain relief during
medical procedures.
• It aims to achieve a balance between sedation and analgesia while maintaining a
level of consciousness that allows patients to cooperate with procedures.
Components and Mechanism of Action:
• Neuroleptic (sedative) agents act on the central nervous system to induce sedation,
reduce anxiety, and promote relaxation.
• Analgesic agents alleviate pain sensations by blocking pain signals in the central
nervous system.
Analgesic and Sedative Agents Used:
• Commonly used analgesic agents include opioids such as fentanyl, morphine, and hydromorphone.
• Sedative agents may include neuroleptics such as droperidol, haloperidol, or midazolam, which
exert their effects on the central nervous system.
Standard Techniques and Applications:
• Neuroleptanalgesia is administered intravenously or intramuscularly, with dosages adjusted based
on patient factors and the nature of the procedure.
• It is commonly used for minor surgical procedures, dental treatments, diagnostic procedures, and in
emergency settings where rapid sedation and pain relief are required.
• Standard techniques involve careful titration of medication to achieve the desired level of sedation
and analgesia while monitoring vital signs and patient response closely.
 CENTRAL ANALGESIA

• Central analgesia involves the administration of analgesic agents that act directly
on the central nervous system to alleviate pain.
• Unlike local anesthesia, which blocks pain signals at the site of injury or surgery,
central analgesia targets pain perception pathways in the brain and spinal cord.
Anesthetic Agents Used:
• Common central analgesic agents include opioids such as morphine, fentanyl,
hydromorphone, and oxycodone.
• These medications bind to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord,
modulating pain perception and providing pain relief.
Administration Methods and Dosages:
• Central analgesic agents are typically administered intravenously, intramuscularly, or via patient-
controlled analgesia (PCA) pumps.
• Dosages are adjusted based on factors such as patient age, weight, pain severity, and previous opioid
use, with careful titration to achieve adequate pain control while minimizing side effects.
Indications and Considerations:
• Indications for central analgesia include moderate to severe pain from surgical procedures, trauma,
cancer, and other medical conditions.
• Considerations include the risk of respiratory depression, sedation, constipation, nausea, and potential
for tolerance and dependence with long-term use.
• Patient monitoring for respiratory rate, sedation level, and opioid-related side effects is essential to
ensure safe and effective pain management.
 CONTROLLED HYPOTENSION

• Controlled hypotension is a deliberate lowering of blood pressure during surgery to

reduce bleeding and improve surgical conditions.
• It involves carefully titrating medications to achieve a controlled decrease in blood
pressure while maintaining adequate tissue perfusion.
Medications Used to Induce Hypotension:
• Common medications used to induce hypotension include:
• Sodium nitroprusside: A potent vasodilator that acts rapidly to decrease blood pressure.
• Esmolol: A short-acting beta-blocker that reduces heart rate and cardiac output.
• Nicardipine: A calcium channel blocker that dilates blood vessels and reduces blood
pressure.
Applications and Considerations:
• Controlled hypotension is often employed during surgeries where minimizing blood loss is critical, such as orthopedic, neurosurgical, and
endoscopic procedures.
• By lowering blood pressure, surgeons can achieve a drier surgical field, reduce the risk of bleeding, and improve visualization.
• Considerations include the need for close hemodynamic monitoring to prevent excessive hypotension and maintain organ perfusion.
• Careful titration of medications and collaboration between anesthesia providers and surgeons are essential to balance the benefits of
controlled hypotension with the risks of inadequate tissue perfusion.
Contraindications to controlled hypotension include:
• Acute coronary insufficiency
• Severe blood loss
• Glaucoma
• Stroke or cerebral vascular disease
• Hypovolemia
• Patients with compromised cardiac function or hemodynamic instability.
 ARTIFICIAL HYPOTHERMIA

• Artificial hypothermia involves deliberately lowering the body temperature of a patient during
surgery or medical interventions.
• This controlled decrease in body temperature is achieved through various techniques to reduce
metabolic rate, decrease oxygen consumption, and provide organ protection.
Techniques for Inducing Hypothermia:
• Surface cooling methods: External cooling devices such as cooling blankets, ice packs, or forced
air cooling systems are applied to the patient's skin to lower body temperature gradually.
• Intravascular cooling techniques: Catheters or devices are used to circulate cooled fluids through
the body's vasculature, directly lowering core body temperature.
• Intraperitoneal or intrathoracic cooling: Cold saline solution or ice slush may be instilled into the
abdominal or thoracic cavities during surgery to induce hypothermia.
Applications and Considerations:

• Artificial hypothermia is utilized in various surgical procedures where reduced metabolic rate and tissue oxygen demand can improve outcomes, such as cardiac surgery,
neurosurgery, and organ transplantation.

• It can also be employed in trauma settings to minimize secondary injury and improve patient outcomes.

• Considerations include careful monitoring of core body temperature, electrolyte imbalances, and coagulopathy, as well as the need for specialized equipment and protocols to
ensure patient safety.

Complications of artificial hypothermia may include:

• Arrhythmias

• Coagulopathy

• Electrolyte imbalances

• Shivering

• Compromised wound healing

• Increased risk of infection

• Precautions include maintaining normothermia during the rewarming phase, vigilant monitoring for adverse events, and adherence to established protocols for temperature
management.
 ARTIFICIAL HIBERNATION

• Artificial hibernation is a state induced during medical procedures where the body's metabolism
is significantly reduced, mimicking the physiological state of hibernation seen in certain animals.
• This state is achieved through the administration of lytic mixtures, which include neuroleptic and
ganglioblocking agents, leading to decreased metabolic activity and tissue oxygen demand.
Components of Lytic Mixtures Used:
• Lytic mixtures typically include:
• Neuroleptic agents: Such as aminazine and isopromethazine, which exert sedative and
tranquilizing effects by acting on the central nervous system.
• Ganglioblocking agents: Such as lidol, which block ganglionic transmission in the autonomic
nervous system, resulting in decreased sympathetic activity.
Mechanism of Action and Physiological Effects:
• Neuroleptic agents induce sedation and suppress consciousness, reducing awareness and response to external stimuli.
• Ganglioblocking agents block the transmission of nerve impulses in the autonomic nervous system, leading to
decreased sympathetic tone and metabolic rate.
• The combination of these agents results in a state of decreased metabolic activity, lowered oxygen consumption, and
reduced tissue perfusion.
Applications and Considerations:
• Artificial hibernation is primarily used in critical care settings, such as during major surgeries requiring deep
anesthesia or in the management of severe trauma and hemorrhagic shock.
• It allows for prolonged surgical procedures with reduced metabolic demands and tissue oxygen requirements.
• Considerations include careful monitoring of vital signs, electrolyte balance, and tissue perfusion during the induction
and maintenance of artificial hibernation. Additionally, the potential for adverse effects such as hypotension,
bradycardia, and respiratory depression should be carefully managed.
 LOCAL ANESTHESIA

• Local anesthesia involves the administration of medication to numb a specific area of the body,
temporarily blocking the transmission of nerve impulses and inhibiting sensation.
• It allows for pain relief during minor surgical procedures or medical interventions without
affecting consciousness.
Types of Local Anesthetic Agents:
• Common local anesthetic agents include:
• Lidocaine: A fast-acting local anesthetic with a rapid onset of action and intermediate duration.
• Bupivacaine: A long-acting local anesthetic with a slower onset and prolonged duration of
action.
• Procaine (Novocain): An older local anesthetic agent that is less commonly used today due to its
shorter duration of action.
Techniques for Administration:
• Infiltration anesthesia: The local anesthetic solution is injected directly into the tissues surrounding the operative site,
providing anesthesia to a localized area.
• Nerve block anesthesia: The local anesthetic is injected near a specific nerve or nerve plexus to block sensation to a larger
area of the body supplied by that nerve.
• opical anesthesia: Anesthetic creams, gels, or sprays are applied to the skin or mucous membranes to provide surface
anesthesia before needle insertion or minor procedures.
Complications of local anesthesia may include:
• Nerve damage: Rare but possible, particularly with nerve block techniques.
• Allergic reactions: Although uncommon, some patients may experience allergic responses to local anesthetic agents.
• Systemic toxicity: Overdose or inadvertent intravascular injection of local anesthetic can lead to systemic toxicity, including
cardiovascular and central nervous system effects.
• Considerations include careful patient selection, proper technique, and adequate monitoring to minimize the risk of
complications and ensure safe and effective anesthesia.
 SPINAL ANESTHESIA

• Spinal anesthesia, also known as subarachnoid block, involves the injection of local anesthetic medication into the
subarachnoid space, typically at the lumbar level, to achieve anesthesia and analgesia below the level of injection.
Patient Positioning and Procedure Steps:
• Patient positioning: The patient is usually positioned in a sitting or lateral decubitus position with the back curved
to widen the intervertebral spaces.
Procedure steps:
1. Skin preparation: The skin overlying the injection site is cleaned and sterilized.
2. Needle insertion: A spinal needle is inserted through the skin and advanced through the intervertebral spaces
until it reaches the subarachnoid space.
3. Medication administration: Local anesthetic solution is injected into the subarachnoid space, bathing the spinal
nerves and blocking nerve transmission.
4. Needle removal: Once the medication is injected, the needle is carefully removed, and a sterile dressing is
applied to the injection site.
Common local anesthetic agents used in spinal anesthesia include:
• Bupivacaine: Typically used for its longer duration of action.
• Lidocaine: Used for shorter procedures or when a more rapid onset of anesthesia is desired.
• Dosages vary depending on the patient's age, weight, and the desired level of anesthesia.
Potential Complications and Precautions:
• Potential complications of spinal anesthesia may include:
• Hypotension: Due to sympathetic blockade and vasodilation.
• Headache: Due to leakage of cerebrospinal fluid.
• Nerve injury: Rare but possible, particularly with needle trauma.
• Respiratory depression: In patients with compromised respiratory function.
• Precautions include proper patient selection, careful monitoring of vital signs, and prompt recognition and
management of complications to ensure patient safety.
 PERIDURAL ANESTHESIA

• Peridural anesthesia, also known as epidural anesthesia, involves the injection of local
anesthetic medication into the epidural space, which surrounds the dura mater of the
spinal cord.
• The medication blocks nerve transmission from spinal nerves, providing anesthesia and
analgesia to a broader area compared to spinal anesthesia.
Difference from Spinal Anesthesia:
• In peridural anesthesia, the medication is injected into the epidural space outside the dura
mater, whereas in spinal anesthesia, the medication is injected into the subarachnoid
space inside the dura mater.
• Peridural anesthesia provides anesthesia to a larger area and can be used for longer-
lasting procedures compared to spinal anesthesia.
Commonly used local anesthetic agents for peridural anesthesia include:
• Bupivacaine: Preferred for its longer duration of action.
• Ropivacaine: Similar to bupivacaine but with less cardiotoxicity.
• Lidocaine: Used for shorter procedures or when a more rapid onset of anesthesia is desired.
• The medication is typically administered via a catheter placed in the epidural space, allowing for continuous or
intermittent dosing as needed.
Indications, Contraindications, and Considerations:
• Indications: Peridural anesthesia is commonly used for labor and delivery, postoperative pain management, and
surgical procedures involving the lower abdomen, pelvis, and lower extremities.
• Contraindications: Contraindications include patient refusal, allergy to local anesthetics, infection at the injection
site, and certain bleeding disorders.
• Considerations: Close monitoring of vital signs, sensory and motor function, and potential side effects such as
hypotension and respiratory depression is essential to ensure patient safety and optimal pain control