Journal of Cardiovascular Disease Research
The Efficacy of Intrathecal Clonidine as an Adjuvant to 0.5% Bupivacaine for Prolonging Analgesia in Lower Abdominal Surgeries: A Comparative Study
DR RAKESH SINGH , DR SWATI DHIWARE, DR VISHWAS SATHE
JCDR. 2024: 1-7
Abstract
Background Regional anesthesia is preferred for lower abdominal surgeries due to its ability to keep patients awake and reduce airway management issues. While 0.5% hyperbaric bupivacaine is commonly used, it does not ensure prolonged postoperative analgesia. Clonidine, an α2 adrenergic agonist, has shown promise in prolonging sensory and motor blockade when used as an adjuvant. This study evaluates the efficacy of intrathecal clonidine as an adjuvant to 0.5% bupivacaine in prolonging analgesia for lower abdominal surgeries.
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