25 September 2023 : Clinical Research
Impact of Nonselective and Selective α-1 Adrenergic Blockers on the Sedative Efficacy of Dexmedetomidine in Urologic Surgery: A Prospective, Observational Study
Jiseok Baik
12DEF, Ohyun Kim 1B, Soeun Jeon 3C, Hyae Jin Kim 12BE, Boo-young Hwang 12BD, Dowon Lee 12ADEF*
DOI: 10.12659/MSM.941614
Med Sci Monit 2023; 29:e941614
Table 1 Bispectral index (BIS) scores (A) and Modified Observer’s Assessment of Alertness/Sedation (MOAA/S) scale scores (B).
| (A) | |
|---|---|
| BIS range | Sedation degree |
| 90–100 | Awaken |
| 70–89 | Light to moderate sedation |
| 60–69 | Superficial anesthesia |
| 45–59 | Adequate anesthesia |
| 0–45 | Deep anesthesia |
| (B) | |
| MOAA/S score | Response |
| 5 | Responds readily to name spoken in normal tone |
| 4 | Lethargic response to name spoken in normal tone |
| 3 | Responds only after name is called loudly or repeatedly |
| 2 | Responds only after mild prodding or shaking |
| 1 | Does not respond to mild prodding or shaking |
| 0 | Does not respond to noxious stimulus |