Anesthesia methods and precautions for cervical polyp surgery

Cervical polyp surgery usually uses local anesthesia or intravenous general anesthesia. The specific choice depends on the size and location of the polyps and the patient's physical condition. It is necessary to complete relevant examinations before surgery, avoid operations during menstruation, observe bleeding after surgery, and use antibiotics to prevent infection according to doctor's instructions.

Local anesthesia is suitable for resection of small and superficial cervical polyps. The commonly used drug is lidocaine injection, which achieves analgesia through local infiltration of the cervix. The operation is completed while the patient remains awake during the operation. The risk of anesthesia is low and the recovery is quick. Daily activities can be resumed within 2 hours after the operation. Intravenous general anesthesia is suitable for people with mental stress, multiple polyps or large deep polyps. Propofol injection combined with fentanyl injection is commonly used to achieve a painless state. The operation needs to be performed under the supervision of an anesthesiologist. After the operation, you need to fast for 4-6 hours and be accompanied by someone to leave the hospital. Both anesthesia methods require preoperative assessment of coagulation function, electrocardiogram and infectious disease screening, and patients with hypertension need to control their blood pressure stably.

Bathing, swimming and sexual intercourse are prohibited within 1 week after surgery, and strenuous exercise may cause wound bleeding. Use antibiotics such as cefaclor dispersible tablets as directed by your doctor to prevent infection. When bleeding is heavy, tranexamic acid tablets can be used to assist in stopping bleeding. Colposcopy was reviewed 1 month after surgery to confirm the resection effect, and pathological examination confirmed the nature of the polyps. Keep the vulva clean and dry on a daily basis. It is recommended to have annual gynecological examinations to screen for recurrences. Those with cervicitis need simultaneous treatment of the original disease. The diet should be supplemented with high-quality protein such as eggs and fish to promote wound healing, and spicy and irritating foods should be avoided.