title: Anesthetic considerations in facial plastic surgery: the surgeon's viewpoint.
abstract: In a cost-conscious medical and social community, the surgeon and anesthesiologist must work as a unit to attain the goal of patient comfort during elective, cosmetic procedures in a safe, cost-effective, medically acceptable manner. A close-working relationship between the surgeon and anesthesiologist is mandatory with each being cognizant and understanding of the special problems encountered by the colleague.
mesh_terms: D000758:Anesthesia / Q000379:methods*; D005145:Face / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D009458:Neuroleptanalgesia; D011292:Premedication; D011300:Preoperative Care; D013518:Surgery, Plastic