
The implementation of locoregional anesthesia techniques in combination with general anesthesia has proven beneficial in surgical practice, especially in the anesthesia of small animals. By administering local anesthetics or analgesics directly to the surgical area, nerve impulses responsible for transmitting pain sensations are blocked, resulting in total or partial desensitization of specific body regions.
Combining locoregional anesthesia with general anesthesia offers several benefits. First, it nearly completely blocks the transmission and modulation of pain nociception, helping to prevent central sensitization. This leads to greater autonomic stability during anesthesia and significantly reduces depression of the heart, respiratory system, and central nervous system, thereby decreasing anesthetic risk.
Moreover, the use of locoregional anesthesia techniques significantly reduces morbidity and mortality associated with anesthesia. By eliminating or reducing pain sensation in the surgical area, perioperative stress is minimized, and greater comfort is provided to the patient.
In summary, the combination of locoregional anesthesia with general anesthesia brings significant benefits. These techniques lower anesthetic risks, enhance autonomic stability during anesthesia, reduce depression of bodily systems, and decrease morbidity and mortality related to anesthesia.