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A member asked:
Will i need a cpap machine during surgery if i have sleep apnea?
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No: It depends on the type of anesthesia. Often CPAP is not needed during the surgery, but may be needed after the surgery. For general anesthesia, the anesthesiologist puts an endotracheal tube and ventilates the patient using mechanical ventilation. This eliminates the need for cpap.
Answered 12/30/2016
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No: During surgery, the anesthesiologist supports your airway, either with mask ventilation or intubation. Essentially, the doctor is your cpap, and breathes for you. Be sure to tell the md about your apnea, as it has many health effects and may influence how you are sedated or managed.
Answered 12/30/2016
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No way: Anesthesiologist will monitor your breathing and should have everything under control. I would let the surgeon (should actually be aware of this from your health history prior to surgery, ) know that you have this issue.
Answered 12/30/2016
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No: No. The anesthesiologist will use a endotracheal tube to keep the airway patent.
Answered 1/3/2017
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