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What type of anaesthesia is used for Lapband procedure?

It seems that in most cases I've read on here that an inhaled form of anaesthesia is used for Lapband surgery.

I know I have to discuss this with my doctor when I meet with him but I kinda wanted to find out some more info ahead of time. Does one have an option for an alternative form of anaesthesia other than the inhaled type?

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    I believe my doc sees new patients on Thursdays so I'm calling their office first thing Monday morning - hoping for an appt thurs next week. :thumbup:

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    I was given IV medication: Remifentanil (Ultiva) plus Propofol (Diprivan). If a mask was placed over my face it didn't happen until I was already out.

    Hope this helps.

    Donna

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