Canadian journal of anaesthesia = Journal canadien d'anesthésie
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Ambulatory office-based anesthesia (OBA) is a relatively new but rapidly growing field. OBA requires a different approach than that used in the hospital, because there are unique considerations that must be recognized when administering anesthesia in a free-standing office facility. This review provides a summary of the important issues and aspects of safe patient care. ⋯ Appropriately so, an increasing number of provinces (Canada) and states (US) are beginning to regulate office-based facilities and require accreditation.