Delayed Emergence from Anesthesia

**Definition:** Abnormally slow pace of regaining CONSCIOUSNESS after general anesthesia (ANESTHESIA, GENERAL) usually given during surgical procedures. This condition is characterized by persistent somnolence.

**Tree numbers:** - C23.550.767.137

**Synonyms:** - Delayed Awakening, Post-Procedural - Delayed Awakening from Anesthesia - Delayed Recovery from Anesthesia - Delayed Regaining of Consciousness - Delayed Return of Consciousness - Residual Paralysis, Post-Anesthesia - Delayed Awakening, Post-Anesthesia