Optimization of Hemodynamic Conditions During Caesarean Section Under Spinal Anaesthesia

Hemodynamic Effect of Prophylactic Phenylephrine Versus Lower Limb Compression in Women During Caesarean Section Under Spinal Anaesthesia

The purpose of this study is to determine wether intravenous Phenylephrine, administered as start bolus and following continuous infusion (specific dosage per weight), or optimal lower limb bandaging is more effective in preventing hypotension during caesarean section under spinal anaesthesia in healthy women.

The hypothesis is that the Phenylephrine model is superior to lower limb compression in preventing hypotension.

Inclusion Criteria:

Healthy women Elective caesarean section under spinal anaesthesia Informed consent Age 18-40 ASA 1-2 BMI 18-32 prior to pregnancy Height 160-180 cm

Exclusion Criteria:

Any form of disease or anomalities:

Heart or vascular disease Cerebrovascular disease Other somatic or psychiatric disease Hypertension or preeclampsia Contraindication against spinal anaesthesia Anomalities concerning pregnancy and foster