Effect of Midazolam and Dexmedetomidine Sedation on the Onset and Duration of Supraclavicular Brachial Plexus Block: A Randomised Comparative Study.

Journal: Turkish journal of anaesthesiology and reanimation
Published Date: Jun 1, 2017

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: Prolonging the duration of sensory blockade with bupivacaine following supraclavicular brachial plexus block is desirable for improved postoperative pain management. This study was conducted to assess the effect of intravenous dexmedetomidine on the onset and duration of supraclavicular brachial plexus block using bupivacaine.

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  • Gunjan Kumar
    Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna, India.
  • Prakash K Dubey
    Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna, India.
  • Om P Sanjeev
    Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna, India.

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