Abstract

Background & Methods: The aim of the study is to study the Effect of Dexamethasone to Local Anaesthetic agent in Supra clavicular Brachial plexus block Duration of analgesia & side effects. All the patients underwent thorough preanaesthetic evaluation on the day prior to surgery. All systems were examined including airway and the surface anatomy where the block was going to be given. The anaesthetic procedure to be carried out was explained. Patients were reassured to alleviate their anxieties. Results: The average duration of analgesia were 4.27±0.13hrs and 15.84.±0.29hrs in groups A and B respectively, showed statistical significance, the group B showed prolonged analgesia produced by addition of dexamethasone to local anaesthetics. Conclusion: It is concluded from study that side effects & duration of analgesia number of analgesics required are concerned dexamethasone group appeared to be better than the other group.

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