Use of Intraoperative Clonidine for Prevention of Postoperative Agitation in Pedriatic Anesthesia With Sevoflurane.

Use of Intraoperative Clonidine for Prevention of Postoperative Agitation in Pedriatic Anesthesia With Sevoflurane.

The purpose of this study is to determine efficacy of intraoperative clonidine to prevent postoperative agitation in pediatric anesthesia with sevoflurane.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Aged 2 - 12 Years.
• Need for tonsillectomy / adenotonsillectomy.
• Physical status of the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) 1, 2 or 3.
• Anestesia geral com sevoflurano.
• Use of Intraoperative dipyrone, 30-50mg/Kg, IV.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Changes in consciousness.
• Neurological Deficit.
• Use of another drug as medication before anesthesia.