Abstract:Background: Ropivacaine is considered to have more selectivity for sensory blockade with lower systemic toxicity compared to agents like bupivacaine. In this study, spinal block characteristics of hyperbaric ropivacaine with and without fentanyl in cesarean section were studied. Materials and methods: One hundred (100) parturients undergoing elective lower segment cesarean section (LSCS) were recruited in this randomized double-blind controlled study. They were allocated into two groups: Group A-15mg 0.6% hype… Show more
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