Intravenous Dexmedetomidine vs Propofol for intraoperative moderate sedation during spinal anesthesia
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Background: In our study, we compare sedative properties of Dexmedetomidine (alpha 2 agonist)and Propofol (GABA potentiator) using OAA/S (Observer’s Assessment of Alertness/ Sedation) and find which is better for sedation during surgery to relieve anxiety. Dexmedetomidine and Propofolare commonly used drugs for sedation.Methods: This prospective observational study was conducted in the department of anesthesia at Trichy Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, among 40 cases undergoing surgery undersub arachnoid Block. Patients aged 18-60 years from both genders and ASA class I and II were included in the study. SPSS was used to analyse the data.
Author: Aravind M, Balasubramanian S, Aishwarya S, Ralleen Jacob E
Language: English
Subfield: Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W6930779442
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