What does "General with epidural" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.
"General with epidural" refers to a combination of two types of anesthesia used during surgery. General anesthesia makes the patient completely unconscious and unable to feel pain. An epidural, on the other hand, is a type of anesthesia that blocks pain in a particular region of the body, often used during childbirth. The combination of these two methods can provide a higher level of pain control during and after surgery.
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