What are the risks associated with analgesic sedation?

It is important that every analgosedation treatment is performed under the supervision of an experienced specialist. Before the procedure, the patient's health is carefully assessed and the analgosedation is tailored to their needs, which minimises the risks.

• Allergic reactions: As with other medications, there is a possibility of an allergic reaction to sedatives used to induce analgesia. This may manifest as rashes, swelling, itching or, in extreme cases, anaphylactic shock.
• Respiratory complications: Although analgesic sedation does not lead to complete loss of consciousness, sedatives can affect breathing, especially in patients with respiratory problems such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
• Drop in blood pressure: Some sedatives can cause a drop in blood pressure, which can be dangerous in patients with pre-existing cardiovascular disease.
• Increased risk of oral injury: During analgesic sedation, the patient may lose the ability to coordinate the muscles of the face and mouth, which may increase the risk of injury during the procedure, for example from dental instruments.
• Slow onset of effect or persistent effects: In some cases, the effect of sedation may be weaker or, conversely, last longer than expected, which may mean that the patient does not feel completely comfortable.
• Nausea and vomiting: Although analgesic sedation does not cause deep sleep, some patients may experience mild nausea or vomiting after its use, which usually disappears within a few hours.
• Risk for patients with mental or neurological disorders: Patients with certain neurological or mental disorders may react differently to sedatives, which may affect the safety of the procedure.