Intubation conditions and neonatal outcomes with rocuronium versus suxamethonium in cesarean sections: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

While general anesthesia is necessary for some emergency deliveries, it carries risks such as failed intubation and neonatal complications. This study investigates whether rocuronium and suxamethonium (also known as Succinylcholine) provide equivalent conditions for airway management and neonatal outcomes during cesarean sections. Ensuring the safety and efficacy of these agents is crucial due to the physiological and hemodynamic changes associated with pregnancy and delivery.

Method

We conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis following PRISMA guidelines. We included studies involving pregnant women undergoing cesarean sections that used rocuronium as an intervention and suxamethonium as a comparator, reporting outcomes such as Apgar scores, surgery duratio

SUBMITTER: Hassan AA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12490032 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature