09 June 2024>: Clinical Research
Determining the Optimal Dosage of Dexmedetomidine for Smooth Emergence in Older Patients Undergoing Spinal Surgery: A Study of 44 Cases
Hyoeun Ahn CDEF , Yun Jeong Chae DEF , Gyu Bin Choi BF , Min Gyu Lee BF , Ji Young Yoo ABCF*DOI: 10.12659/MSM.944427
Med Sci Monit 2024; 30:e944427
Table 4 Postoperative data in the recovery room.
Total number of patients | 44 |
Ramsay sedation scale (1/2/3) | 1 (2.2%)/34 (77.3%)/ 9 (20.5%) |
PONV (no/yes) | 42 (95.5%)/2 (4.5%) |
Sore throat (no/yes) | 34 (77.3%)/10 (22.7%) |
Hoarseness (no/yes) | 35 (79.5%)/9 (20.5%) |
NRS | 4.09±1.82 |
Rescue fentanyl (no/yes) | 33 (75.0%)/11 (25.0%) |
Data are expressed as number (%) or mean±SD. PONV – postoperative nausea and vomiting; NRS – numeric rating scale. |