Abstract:(Int J Gynecol Obstet. 2019;145:361–366)
Although spinal anesthesia (SPA) for cesarean delivery might improve outcomes for mother and child, it does carry the frequent side effects of hypotension and bradycardia, which in turn can lead to reduced uteroplacental perfusion. There are a few possible causes of hypotension during SPA and several strategies for its treatment. One possible option for preventing hypotension is the use of 5-HT3 receptor antagonists. Previous studies have found that ondansetro… Show more
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