The American Society of Anesthesiologists and two other organizations expressed support for the FDA's research into the effects of anesthesia on young children, according to a letter sent to the agency Feb. 24.
The ASA, the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Society for Pediatric Anesthesia called the research "a high priority for the specialty in order to provide reassurance that needed procedures can be performed as safely as possible."
The organizations said if the potential for brain injury exists, anesthesiologists need to understand the mechanism of the injury so they can develop ways to prevent or minimize damage.
Read the ASA, AAP and SPA joint letter to the FDA.
Read more on anesthesia:
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The ASA, the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Society for Pediatric Anesthesia called the research "a high priority for the specialty in order to provide reassurance that needed procedures can be performed as safely as possible."
The organizations said if the potential for brain injury exists, anesthesiologists need to understand the mechanism of the injury so they can develop ways to prevent or minimize damage.
Read the ASA, AAP and SPA joint letter to the FDA.
Read more on anesthesia:
-Boston Medical Center Anesthesiologist Receives WHO Commendation for Pulse Oximetry Training Video
-FDA Panel to Discuss Cognitive Effects of Anesthesia on Young Children
-Study Examines Effect of Anesthesia Depth on Long-Term Mortality