THE ROLE OF MONITORING THE DEPTH OF ANESTHESIA IN REDUCING POSTOPERATIVE COMPLICATIONS

Authors

  • Babanazarov U.T

Keywords:

depth of anesthesia, postoperative cognitive impairment, comprehensive monitoring, perioperative complications, personalized anesthesia, hemodynamic stability

Abstract

Monitoring the depth of anesthesia is a key component of modern anesthesia aimed at optimizing the dosing of anesthetics and minimizing the risk of both under- and overanesthesia. This article discusses the role of objective monitoring of the depth of anesthesia in reducing the incidence of postoperative complications, including cognitive dysfunction, delirium, cardiorespiratory complications, and increased mortality. In addition, the use of monitoring the depth of anesthesia helps to
reduce the time of awakening and accelerate postoperative rehabilitation, especially in elderly patients and those with comorbidities. The introduction of objective methods for assessing the patient's anesthetic status is an effective strategy for
increasing the safety of surgical intervention and improving clinical outcomes. 

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Published

2025-08-12