Respiratory Depression in Women With BMI≥30 Underwent Spinal Anesthesia With Intrathecal Morphine in Elective C-section

Summary

The study will examine whether there is a difference in the frequencies of respiratory depression among obese women receiving spinal anesthesia combined with opioids compared to women with normal BMI. If such a risk exists further investigation will be required to establish the proper criteria for the administration of morphine with spinal anesthesia to obese women.

Timeline

Start

2018-05-01

Primary completion

2019-06-30

Completion

2019-06-30

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