Safety in pediatric sedation relies on strict guidelines and monitoring, so let's learn how providers utilize pharmacological ...

Early detection of potentially abnormal polyps in the colon can prevent up to 90% of colon cancer cases. Screening by means of colonoscopy is, however, an uncomfortable experience and many people put ...

Sedation dentistry uses medication to manage dental anxiety, ranging from minimal (nitrous oxide) to moderate (oral/IV sedation). It’s distinct from general anesthesia; most forms are “conscious ...

Editor's note: This is a first-person account of a local experience with a medical procedure known as sedation vacation. Like many people who follow Science news, I was amazed recently to read the ...

People have the right to be involved in discussions and make informed decisions about their care, as described in NICE's information on making decisions about your care. Making decisions using NICE ...

Conscious sedation can be a safe and a viable alternative for heart valve procedure called transcatheter aortic valve replacement, reveals study. Conscious sedation is a type of anesthesia that would ...

BEVERLY HILLS, CA--(Marketwired - Sep 24, 2013) - What is the biggest concern for Los Angeles liposuction clients? Beverly Hills Cosmetic and Laser Center has announced their ability to provide ...

Conscious sedation -- a type of anesthesia in which patients remain awake but are sleepy and pain-free -- is a safe and viable option to general anesthesia for people undergoing a minimally invasive ...

TAMPA, Fla. — Two Planned Parenthood locations in the Tampa Bay area are offering sedation for women getting an IUD procedure. The long-acting, reversible contraception is the third most common birth ...