05/02/2026
😸 很多貓家長一聽到「全身麻醉」，心裡都會一緊，甚至會開始想很多最壞的情況。老實說，這種擔心我完全可以理解，因為我們都是出於關心，才會害怕風險。
想用一個很真實自己的貓Dice做例子跟大家分享。
Dice 是一隻 10 歲的中老年公貓，也有輕微的腎臟問題。昨天剛全身麻醉做完一次牙齒清潔。
在麻醉前，我們先做了完整的健康檢查，包括一般血液檢驗，評估肝臟、腎臟、貧血與感染指標，也同時評估心臟相關風險，確保他的整體狀況適合進行麻醉。
麻醉過程中以及醒來之後，我們都有持續、細緻地監測他的生命指標，包括血氧濃度（SpO₂）、血壓、心跳、呼吸、體溫，以及呼氣末二氧化碳（ETCO₂）等。這些監測能即時反映身體狀況，讓麻醉可以隨時作出調整。
整個過程進行得很平穩，Dice 醒得快，恢復也很好。
其實，現代獸醫的全身麻醉是一項相當成熟的醫療技術，背後有完整的評估、用藥選擇和監測流程。這些都是為了把風險降到最低。在合適評估和監控下，麻醉的整體風險一般是偏低的。
當然，沒有任何醫療處置是完全零風險的，但有時候，因為太害怕麻醉而一直延後治療，反而會讓牙齒或其他問題長期造成疼痛不適和引發更嚴重的健康問題。
如果你正在為麻醉而猶豫，真的很正常。找一位你信任的獸醫，好好談談你的擔心，了解風險和好處，再一起為毛孩作出合適的選擇。理性評估後的醫療介入，是對毛孩的一種溫柔照顧。💕
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😸 Many cat owners feel their heart sink the moment they hear the words “general anaesthesia.” It is very common to start imagining worst-case scenarios. Honestly, I completely understand this. These worries come from love and wanting to protect our cats.
I wanted to share a very real, personal example using my own cat, Dice.
Dice is a 10-year-old male cat, considered middle-aged to senior, and he also has mild kidney disease. Yesterday, he underwent a dental clean under general anaesthesia.
Before the anaesthetic, we performed a thorough health assessment. This included routine blood tests to assess liver and kidney function, anaemia and inflammation, as well as an evaluation of heart-related risk, to make sure his overall condition was suitable for anaesthesia.
During the anaesthetic and throughout recovery, his vital signs were closely and continuously monitored, including oxygen saturation (SpO₂), blood pressure, heart rate, breathing, body temperature, and end-tidal carbon dioxide (ETCO₂). These parameters allow us to detect even subtle changes and adjust the anaesthetic as needed.
The entire procedure went smoothly. Dice woke up quickly and recovered very well.
Modern veterinary anaesthesia is a well-developed and sophisticated part of veterinary medicine. It involves careful assessment, tailored drug choices, and continuous monitoring, all aimed at minimising risk. With appropriate screening and monitoring, the overall risk of anaesthesia is generally low.
Of course, no medical procedure is ever completely risk-free. However, delaying necessary treatment because of fear of anaesthesia can sometimes lead to ongoing pain, discomfort, and even more serious health issues over time.
If you are feeling unsure or anxious about anaesthesia for your pet, that is completely normal. Talk openly with a vet you trust, ask questions, and discuss the risks and benefits together. Thoughtful, well-assessed medical care is often a gentle and caring choice for our pets. 💕
