Anesthetic induction

Anesthetic induction is the process of safely putting a patient to sleep before surgery or a medical procedure. It involves administering medications—usually through an IV or inhaled gases—that quickly induce unconsciousness, ensuring the patient feels no pain or awareness. The goal is to achieve a smooth transition from alertness to a controlled, reversible state of unconsciousness, allowing the medical team to perform the necessary procedures safely. The process is carefully monitored by anesthesiologists to maintain the right balance of depth of anesthesia, keeping the patient comfortable, stable, and safe throughout the operation.