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Which anesthesia is selected for hand surgery?

I will have hand surgery. Which anesthesia is selected for hand surgery?

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That is a question that you should discuss with your surgeon. Many simple hand surgery procedures can be done under local anesthesia, with or without sedation. Other hand surgeries are performed under a nerve block near the shoulder. In some more complicated or prolonged surgeries, general anesthesia may be necessary. Good luck.