Orthopaedic surgeons and ENT specialists perform a range of smaller procedures that do not always need a hospital theatre. With a sedation team in the rooms, many of these can be done comfortably and efficiently.
Orthopaedic procedures
Your orthopaedic surgeon decides what is suitable for the rooms. Examples may include:
- Minor hand procedures
- Some joint injections and manipulations that are painful when awake
- Removal of small lumps or minor hardware
ENT procedures
Depending on the procedure and your health, your ENT specialist may perform some of the following in the rooms:
- Minor nasal procedures
- Some ear procedures that are uncomfortable or difficult to keep still for
- Biopsies and minor procedures in the mouth or throat
Why sedation in the rooms?
- No need to wait for a theatre slot
- Often more affordable than a hospital procedure
- A calmer experience with your own specialist
- Going home the same day
Safety
Procedures involving the nose, mouth and throat need particular attention to breathing. Dr Khan and her team member monitor your oxygen levels, ECG, heart rate and blood pressure continuously and bring oxygen and full emergency equipment to every case. If a procedure is better done in hospital, your specialist and Dr Khan will tell you.
Talk to Dr Khan
If you have questions about sedation for your procedure, call or WhatsApp Dr Khan on 071 646 1513, or get in touch here. Dentists and doctors can also book a sedation team for their rooms.
This article is general information and not a substitute for medical advice. Dr Khan assesses every patient individually before sedation.