Theories of General Anaesthesia | Pharmacology

This article throws light upon the seven main theories of general anaesthesia. The theories are: 1. Lipid Theory 2. Surface Tension Theory (Adsorption Theory) 3. Cell Permeability Theory 4. Neuro Physiological Theory 5. Colloidal Theory 6. Physical Theory 7. Biochemical Theories. 1. Lipid Theory: This theory was advanced by Meyer (1899,1901) and Overton (1901). This theory propose that there is [...]