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General anesthesia is not the right choice for every case performed in the outpatient setting, where a growing number of patients are presenting with co-morbidities such as respiratory disease, coronary artery disease, peripheral vascular disease, diabetes and obstructive sleep apnea. How well will these patients tolerate hypotension upon induction of general anesthesia? Will tracheal intubation and subsequent mechanical ventilation be difficult? Will they be at risk of stroke from hypertension during emergence? Choosing regional anesthesia over general anesthesia may be the best way to avoid these questions altogether. Let's review 4 common types of nerve blocks and what you should consider before using them for your outpatient procedures.
