What is TOTAL INTRAVENOUS ANESTHESIA (TIVA) primarily used for?

Total Intravenous Anesthesia (TIVA) is primarily used for maintaining anesthesia through intravenous drugs. This method involves the continuous administration of anesthetic agents via an intravenous route, allowing for a stable and controlled depth of anesthesia throughout a surgical procedure.

TIVA is particularly beneficial in situations where inhaled anesthetics may not be suitable, such as in patients with respiratory concerns or when minimizing inhalant exposure is desired. This technique allows for a smooth induction and recovery from anesthesia, as the drug's effects can be rapidly adjusted based on the patient's needs.

While TIVA can be utilized in extensive surgical procedures, it is not limited to this context alone. Furthermore, its use is not specifically aimed at reducing the costs of anesthesia supplies compared to other methods. Though TIVA does eliminate the need for inhalation anesthetics, this is more of a result of its intravenous approach rather than its primary purpose, which focuses on maintaining anesthesia effectively with injectable agents.