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. 2015 Jul 28;68(4):323–331. doi: 10.4097/kjae.2015.68.4.323

Table 2. Complications of Non-operating Room Anesthesia.

Death
Stridor
Wheezing
Coughing
Aspiration
Desaturation
Allergic reaction
Apnea 15 seconds
Cardiac arrest
Hypothermia
Laryngospasm
Airway obstruction
Agitation/delirium
Inadequate anesthesia
Iv related complications
Unplanned intubation
Prolonged anesthesia
Secretions requiring treatment
Unintended deep level of anesthesia
Use of reversal agents-unplanned
Vomiting (non-gastrointestinal procedure)
Unexpected need for bag-mask ventilation
Emergency sedation/anesthesia consultation required
Unplanned admission to hospital or increase in level of care
Unexpected change in heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate of 30%