Abstract
Introduction
It is universally agreed that the anaesthesia of choice for TURP is a sub arachnoid block and a sensory level of T-10 is recommended to provide excellent anaesthesia and acceptable condition for the patient 1. Subarachnoid block has always got its own inherent complications, especially related to cardiovascular stability1. With limited reflex –mediated ability to increase heart rate, hypotension can be frequent and severe peri operatively in elderly3.
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Corresponding Author
Dr Brejesh Ravi Varma
Asst, Professor, Dept of Anaesthesiology, MES Medical College,
Palachode, P.O, Perintalmanna., Pin-679338 India
Mobile No. 9447991563, Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v6i3.148
