Anaesthesia

Important points in a nutshell

• Anaesthesia means using an anaesthetic agent for supressing pain during examinations, treatment and operations. .
• All principle anaesthesia is possible for those affected by EB. However, certain precautions must be taken for various reasons ( including for example, the increased vulnerability of the skin and often mucous membranes, existing limited ability of opening the mouth, etc.).
• Gool planing, starting well before the already planned intervention is essential!
• What needs and specific practices are used for patients with EB, needs to be communicated to everyone involved (doctors, nurses).
• In an emergency, if these precautions require too much time - then lifesaving measures have priority!
• Despite all the caution and experience, blisters and sores cannot be completely avoided, especially in severe forms of EB