Anesthesia in Interventional Radiology

Interventional Radiology procedures are being carried out in increasing numbers and with increasing complexity. These procedures are minimally invasive procedures but remain a potential source of anxiety and pain for patients. Since pain is often felt when any hardware is inserted percutaneously, it is routinely performed under local anesthesia. There is an increasing need for anesthetic care in IR suites for patients requiring prolonged and complex procedures and for patients with comorbidities. This chapter will review the common concerns regarding the anesthetic management during these procedures.