Don't be fooled by the anesthesiologists' silence and excessive low profile; during surgery, they are referred to as patients' guardians of life.
Since ancient times, there has been a saying that the surgeon treats the disease, while the anesthesiologist ensures survival.
In pre-operative risk assessment, anesthesiologists have the right to veto.
If the surgeon believes the operation can proceed, but the anesthesiologist considers the risk too high, then it must be abandoned. Consequently, arguments between the surgeon and anesthesiologist are often heard in the consultation room.
In truth, they are a pair of close comrades.
"Old Yu, is it about done?"
Dr. Xu asked the anesthesiologist.
"Yes, it's ready."
The anesthesiologist named Old Yu is around forty years old, with a full beard on his face, standing about 1.8 meters tall, quite tall but not particularly robust.
Since arriving, he has spoken only four sentences in total.
"Is he the one to receive epidural anesthesia?"
