Significance of Local anesthesia
Local anesthesia is a medical technique that involves administering anesthetic agents to numb a specific area of the body, primarily to prevent pain during surgical procedures. It is particularly important in dental practices and various surgeries, allowing for patient comfort and precision in treatment. This method is used during procedures such as tooth extractions, gingivectomy, and Kshara sutra applications, as well as during the excision of growths. Local anesthesia ensures that patients remain pain-free while conscious.
Synonyms: Regional anesthesia, Topical anesthesia, Infiltration anesthesia
In Dutch: Lokale verdoving; In Finnish: Paikallinen anestesia; In Spanish: Anestesia local
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Hindu concept of 'Local anesthesia'
Local anesthesia in Hinduism is interpreted as the loss of skin sensitivity associated with Kushtha, resulting from imbalances in the body's Vayu or Pitta, reflecting the interconnectedness of physical and spiritual health.
From: Sushruta Samhita, volume 2: Nidanasthana
(1) Loss of sensitivity in the skin that occurs in cases of Kushtha due to the action of deranged Vayu or Pitta.[1]
The concept of Local anesthesia in scientific sources
Local anesthesia is a pain control method that numbs a specific body area, enabling procedures with minimal discomfort. It involves direct injection of anesthetic agents, particularly effective and safe for anorectal surgeries.
From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences
(1) This is a type of anesthesia that numbs a specific area of the body, used during catheter placement procedures.[2] (2) This is a type of anesthesia used to numb a specific area of the body, preventing pain during medical procedures.[3] (3) A technique used in dental practice to achieve painless treatment, enabling the dentist to perform procedures with precision.[4] (4) A medical procedure that temporarily numbs a specific area of the body to prevent discomfort during surgical interventions.[5]