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Spinal Anesthesia Flashcards

1
Q

Why does spinal anesthesia cause hypotension?

A

Increase in venous capacitance

Lose sympathetic vascular tone
Blood pools in periphery
Hypotension ensues

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Anesthesia for Surgeons (10 decks)

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