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Anesthesia Considerations for Out-of–Operating Room (OOR) Locations

The Seldinger technique is used as a way to access a blood vessel without initial use of a large needle. The patient may be on a moving x-ray table surrounded by moving imaging equipment, so it is important to be aware of all tubing and monitors during this time. Monitors can produce artifacts that interfere with the procedure and must be properly placed. Because these are often minimally invasive procedures, the anesthesia provider will usually prefer minimal anesthesia and sedation. All of these are true.