Islam RK, Tong VT, Robicheaux C, Tageant H, Haas CJ, Kline RJ, Islam KN, et al.
Cureus. Date of publication 2024 Oct 24;volume 16(10):e72321.
1. Cureus. 2024 Oct 24;16(10):e72321. doi: 10.7759/cureus.72321. eCollection 2024
Oct.
The Impact of Anesthesia on Dermatological Outcomes: A Narrative Review.
Islam RK(1), Tong VT(1), Robicheaux C(2), Tageant H(3), Haas CJ(4), Kline RJ(5),
Islam KN(6).
Author information:
(1)School of Medicine, Louisiana State University (LSU) Health Sciences Center
New Orleans, New Orleans, USA.
(2)School of Medicine, Louisiana State University (LSU) Health Sciences Center
Shreveport, Shreveport, USA.
(3)School of Medicine, Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
Shreveport, Shreveport, USA.
(4)Dermatology, Louisiana State University (LSU) Health Sciences Center New
Orleans, New Orleans, USA.
(5)Anesthesiology, Louisiana State University (LSU) Health Sciences Center New
Orleans, New Orleans, USA.
(6)Agricultural Research Development Program, Central State University,
Wilberforce, USA.
Anesthesia is an essential component of dermatologic procedures, influencing
pain management and patient outcomes, including wound healing, infection
control, and cosmetic appearance. This review examines the impact of various
anesthetic techniques, topical, local, regional, and general, on dermatological
outcomes. The findings reveal that while local anesthesia is preferred due to
its efficacy and safety, specialized considerations are necessary for pediatric,
geriatric, and high-risk patients. Anesthesia-related complications, such as
allergic reactions, systemic toxicity, and delayed healing, require careful
selection of agents and techniques. Innovations in anesthetic technology,
including nanotechnology, microneedle patches, and cryoanesthesia, promise to
improve pain management and minimize complications. Personalized anesthesia
approaches, informed by genetic and proteomic analyses, offer the potential to
optimize individual patient care. However, further research is needed to
understand the long-term effects of anesthetic agents on wound healing and
scarring, especially in patients with comorbidities. Overall, this review
emphasizes the evolving role of anesthesia in dermatology and highlights the
need for ongoing innovation to enhance patient care, minimize risks, and improve
procedural outcomes.
Copyright © 2024, Islam et al.
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.72321
PMCID: PMC11585352
PMID: 39583513
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