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Prevention and treatment of cardiovascular instability during spinal anaesthesia for caesarean section


RA Dyer
CC Rout
AM Kruger
M van der Vyver
G Lamacraft
MF James

Abstract

Spinal anaesthesia is the method of choice for caesarean section. There is however a significant associated morbidity and mortality in South Africa, particularly in inexperienced hands. This review provides recommendations for safe practice for anaesthetists at all levels of expertise, with particular reference to the management of haemodynamic instability.


S Afr Med J 2004; 94: 367-372.

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