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Blepharoplasty under hypnosis: a personal experience.

C Haskins1

  • 1Night Nurse Agency, Clarkston, MI, USA.

Plastic Surgical Nursing : Official Journal of the American Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgical Nurses
|May 25, 2002
PubMed
Summary

This study details a personal experience with upper and lower blepharoplasty using hypnosis as the main sedative. It offers guidance for nurses interested in using hypnotherapy in operating rooms.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Hypnotherapy
  • Surgical Procedures

Background:

  • Hypnosis is an alternative to traditional anesthesia.
  • Patient preparation is key for successful hypnotherapy in surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe the use of hypnosis as a primary sedative during blepharoplasty.
  • To provide recommendations for nurses integrating hypnotherapy into surgical settings.

Main Methods:

  • First-hand account of undergoing upper and lower blepharoplasty.
  • Description of hypnosis basics and preparation protocols.
  • Guidance for surgical teams and nursing staff.

Main Results:

  • Successful application of hypnosis as the primary sedative agent.

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  • Insights into patient and staff preparation for hypnotherapy-assisted surgery.
  • Practical recommendations for clinical implementation.

    • Conclusions:

    • Hypnosis can be effectively utilized as a primary sedative in blepharoplasty.
    • Nurses can play a vital role in facilitating hypnotherapy in operating rooms.
    • Further exploration of hypnotherapy in surgical contexts is warranted.