Tag: Spine surgery

Each year, surgeons in the U.S. perform approximately 1.62 million instrumented spinal procedures [1.10.1]. A crucial component of recovery is understanding **what medication is given after spine surgery** to manage pain, reduce inflammation, and facilitate a return to daily activities.

Controlled hypotension can significantly reduce intraoperative blood loss and the need for blood transfusions during major spinal surgeries. This medically induced state of lower-than-normal blood pressure is a carefully managed procedure performed by an anesthesia team to improve surgical conditions and enhance patient outcomes.