Glossary

Inhalation anesthesia

Inhalation anesthesia

Inhalationsanästhesie

With inhalation anaesthesia, general anaesthesia is achieved and maintained by breathing in anaesthetic gases. It is frequently used during operations. The depth of anaesthesia can be controlled through the supply of gas.

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