Consumption of Cisatracurium in different age groups, using a closed loop computer controlled system.

ABSTRACT:

Background

We devised this study to quantify the effect of age on the consumption of cisatracurium under general anaesthesia, using a computer controlled closed loop infusion system. We further investigated this effect on, sufentanil and propofol consumption.

Methods

74 patients of physical status I and II, requiring general anaesthesia for elective abdominal surgery, were assigned to three groups. Patients in group 1 were aged from 20 to 45, group 2 were from 46 to 64, and group 3 above 65 years old. General Anesthesia was maintained with propofol and muscle paralysis was maintained using a closed-loop computer controlled infusion of cisatracurium. For analgesia, intermittent bolus of sufentanil 10 μg was given.

Results

Cisatracurium consumption in group 1, 2 and 3 w

SUBMITTER: Joomye S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4021420 | biostudies-literature | 2014

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature