Volume : 13, Issue : 04, April – 2026

Title:

GENERAL ANESTHESIA COMPLICATIONS: ARTICLE REVIEW

Authors :

Nagla abdelmomen Elshehawey, Wafaa abdulkaliq Almehmadi

Abstract :

General anesthesia is a vital component of modern surgical practice; it is accompanied by a spectrum of side effects that require careful consideration and management. Understanding these potential complications, including patient injuries, ADRs, and specific postoperative effects, is crucial for improving patient outcomes and ensuring the safety of anesthetic practices. Continuous education and vigilance in monitoring patients during and after anesthesia are essential to minimize these risks and enhance the overall efficacy of surgical interventions

Cite This Article:

Please cite this article in press Nagla abdelmomen Elshehawey et al., General Anesthesia Complications: Article Review., Indo Am. J. P. Sci, 2026; 13(04).

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