Hemodynamic Effects of Low Dose Spinal Anesthesia for Cesarean Section
Status:
Terminated
Trial end date:
2015-12-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
We propose to study the effects on hemodynamics (blood pressure, cardiac output, and central
venous pressure) of two doses of bupivacaine for spinal anesthesia during cesarean section: a
higher dose of 12 mg to a lower dose of 4.5 mg. We will examine recovery times, incidence of
hypotension, and compare pain control and maternal satisfaction during and after cesarean
section.
We hypothesize that low dose bupivacaine spinal anesthesia will provide equivalent anesthesia
for cesarean section compared to conventional dose bupivacaine, with less hypotension, faster
recovery time, and enhanced maternal satisfaction. Maternal satisfaction will be assessed by
self-reported pain scores, incidence of nausea and vomiting, shivering, and ability to
interact with baby in the OR.