Axillary Excisional Lymph Node Biopsy
Anesthesia Implications
Updated On: December 2, 2024
Position : Supine, one arm extended, one arm tucked, Bed turned 30 degrees
Time : 30-60 min (short)
Blood Loss : Very Low (5-10 ml)
Maintenance Paralytic : No
Anesthetic Approaches
1MAC, Propofol Drip
The Anesthesia
Suturing will be quick and is a good marker to turn off the propofol and let the patient wake up.
General Considerations
Tucked Arms (general considerations): Consider a second IV – once the procedure has started, it's going to be VERY difficult to handle IV issues – especially if your only IV has problems. Ensure the IV is running and monitors are still functioning after tucking the patient's arms.