The anesthetic is administered. The procedure does not begin until you are asleep or numb. Doctor passes laryngoscope through your mouth and down into the larynx. He then examines tissues around the larynx. The doctor may perform minor surgery, such as biopsy, polyp removal or nodule removal if necessary.
Any tissue removed is sent to the laboratory for analysis.
While you are unconscious, you are placed on your side with your head slightly raised to prevent aspiration. Recovering from a general anesthetic, your vital signs are checked every 30 minutes for the first 4 hours, every hour for the next 4 hours then every 4 hours. Recovering from a local anesthetic, your vital signs are checked and pain medication provided, if needed. You are observed for any adverse reactions to the anesthetic or sedative, such as rapid heart beat, hypertension, euphoria, excitedness and rapid, deep breathing. An ice collar minimizes throat swelling.