The Anonymous Widower

What DVD Would You Like With Your Operation?

I can’t remember the last time I was put under anaesthetic for an operation. I suspect it was when I had a tooth out at about ten!

Some years ago, I looked at a database of cases of horse anaesthesia and was surprised how many died. An anaesthetist that I used to know, once told me that you avoid it if you can. I’ve also had two friends die during hip-replacement operations.

Now though, there is a report on the BBC, where Peterborough City Hospital is using films instead of anaesthetic. at least the lady in the picture looks pleased.

I have had two endoscopies without anything at all and I would recommend this.  Admittedly, I was talked into it the first time at Addenbrooke’s by the smoothest surgeon anybody has ever met. He argued that I wouldn’t break teeth and I could help him with the procedure, by moving as he required. Not only was he smooth, but I felt no discomfort , except for a small release of wind.

The second one was in the same hospital and it was performed by a lady doctor, wearing a floral summer dress. Work out where my head would have been, as I lay down facing towards her.

I’ve also had a vasectomy, which was performed under a local. It was successful and nothing untoward happened.

If it’s possible, I will continue to avoid anaesthetic.

So I wonder what film I would choose!

I suppose Death In Venice would probably send me to sleep anyway.

April 18, 2013 - Posted by AnonW | Health | Addenbrooke's, Films, Hospitals