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What happens when you smoke and go under anesthesia?

4 min read
According to the American Society of Anesthesiologists, smoking is a well-established risk factor for complications related to surgery and anesthesia. This is because the chemicals in tobacco profoundly impact multiple organ systems, creating significant challenges for anesthesiologists and increasing patient risk when you smoke and go under anesthesia.