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

S Afr Med J. 2004 May;94(5):367-72.

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.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anesthesia, Obstetrical*
  • Anesthesia, Spinal / adverse effects*
  • Cesarean Section*
  • Female
  • Hemodynamics / physiology
  • Humans
  • Maternal Welfare
  • Obstetric Labor Complications / physiopathology
  • Obstetric Labor Complications / prevention & control
  • Pre-Eclampsia / physiopathology
  • Pregnancy
  • Pregnancy Complications, Cardiovascular / physiopathology
  • Pregnancy Complications, Cardiovascular / prevention & control*
  • Preoperative Care