The Effect of Dexmedetomidine in the Management of Pain After Uterine Artery Embolization

The investigators examined the effect of dexmedetomidine in the management of pain after uterine artery embolization.

Leiomyoma are the most common female reproductive tract tumors. Uterine artery embolization(UAE) is a minimally invasive treatment alternative to hysterectomy and myomectomy. However, post-procedural pain control after UAE remains a major problem. Therefore, the aim of study is to evaluate the efficacy of dexmedetomidine in pain control after UAE.

Inclusion Criteria:

• age ≥ 20,
• ASA class I and II

Exclusion Criteria:

• bradycardia (< 45 bpm)
• heart block
• liver failure
• renal failure
• uncontrolled hypertension
• body mass index ≥ 30 kg/m2