Abstract:Introduction: Hypotension is one of the most common complications associated with spinal anaesthesia. Maternal hypotension during caesarean section is more dangerous as it can compromise fetal outcome. Serotonin (5-HT3) has been found to induce Bezold Jarisch Reflex (BJR) causing bradycardia and hypotension in background of decreased blood volume. Ondansetron, a serotonin antagonist may play important role in prevention of spinal induced hypotension. The aim of this study is to determine the effect of intraven… Show more
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