Definition: 'Neuroleptanesthesia'
neuroleptanesthesia
Type: TermPronunciation: nū′rō-lept-an′es-thē′zē-ah
Definitions:
1. A technique of general anesthesia based on intravenous administration of neuroleptic drugs, together with inhalation of a weak anesthetic with or without neuromuscular relaxants.
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