general anesthetic

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A statement from the palace revealed that the surgery required general anesthetic and lasted four hours.

From Fox News

Is a general anesthetic necessary or might the surgery be done under a regional or local anesthetic?

From New York Times

The woman was conscious because she was given spinal anesthesia rather than a general anesthetic.

From Fox News

Waking up groggy from the general anesthetic, Seguy recalled her shock at seeing her new face, which she said looked "utterly bizarre."

From Fox News

Walz’s office says he will be under general anesthetic while doctors repair a torn meniscus in his left knee — a common injury among runners.

From Seattle Times