Patient information
Read our glossary which explains words or medical terms you may hear or read in information about anaesthesia.
The word anaesthesia means ‘loss of sensation’. It can involve a simple local anaesthetic injection or using powerful drugs which cause unconsciousness.
Information for patients and carers written by the College's Patient Information Group
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Read our frequently asked questions from patients and carers including a list of issues you may wish to discuss with your anaesthetist or nurse.
Read all our detailed anaesthesia information leaflets and resources specifically for patients and their carers which have been written by the Royal College of Anaesthetists.