Journal article
Intrathecal plainvs hyperbaric bupivacaine for labour analgesia: efficacy and side effects
Abstract
PurposeBaricity is an important determinant of block characteristics of the spinal component of a combined spinal epidural (CSE) for labour analgesia. This study compares the analgesic efficacy and side effects of intrathecally administered plain and hyperbaric bupivacaine (both with fentanyl) during active labour.MethodsSixty-two women in active labour (cervical dilatation >- 5 cm and pain score > 5) were randomized in a prospective, …
Authors
Rofaeel A; Lilker S; Fallah S; Goldszmidt E; Carvalho J
Journal
Journal canadien d'anesthésie, Vol. 54, No. 1,
Publisher
Springer Nature
Publication Date
January 2007
DOI
10.1007/bf03021894
ISSN
0832-610X