"Anesthetic complications" means problems or difficulties that can happen during or after the use of anesthesia, which is a medicine that makes you unconscious or reduces pain during surgery or certain medical procedures. Full definition
Since there is always a risk of anesthetic complications with any surgical procedure, I strongly recommend all pets have a thorough examination performed prior to surgery (within 2 months) by their veterinarian and pre-anesthetic bloodwork completed (within 3 months) to assess kidneys and liver function and to determine if anemia or an infection is present. (mcleanvet.com)
We will always provide individualized care for your pet, whether or not they have special needs, are geriatric, or are at high risk for anesthetic complications. (broadwayanimal.com)
The rate of anesthetic related deaths in dog surgeries is estimated to be about 0.1 % and the total anesthetic complication rate is a little over 0.2 % (Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association, Jul / Aug» 98, Dyson et. (vetinfo.com)