Granisetron and incidence of shivering in children after spinal anesthesia
Premedication with Granisetron prevents shivering during spinal anaesthesia in children
Yasser M. Amr
80 participants
May 1, 2011
Interventional
Conditions
Summary
80 children aged from 2-5 years scheduled for surgery in lower limb were prepared for spinal anesthesia. Children were classified into two groups, Group 1 (40 children) received intravenous 10 mcg/Kg granisetron diluted in 10 ml saline 0.9% and Group 2 (40 children) received intravenous 10 ml 0.9% saline to be given over 5 minutes just before spinal puncture. Shivering, core temperature levels of motor and sensory block were assessed.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria1
- children ASA 1 and 2 scheduled for lower limb surgery under spinal anaesthesia were entered into study
Interested in this trial?
Get notified about updates and connect with the research team.
Interventions
Effect of Premedication with Granisetron on incidence of shivering during spinal anesthesia in children intravenous 10 mcg/Kg granisetron diluted in 10 ml saline 0.9% to be given over 5 minutes just before spinal puncture. Spinal block was done by intrathecal hyperbaric bupivacine 0.5% (0.5 mg/Kg).
Locations(1)
View Full Details on ANZCTR
For the most up-to-date information, visit the official listing.
ACTRN12611001059954