Magnesium Sulphate Versus Lidocaine for Control of Emergence Hypertension

Control of Emergence Hypertension After Craniotomy: Comparison Between the Efficacy of Magnesium Sulphate and Lidocaine Infusion (Randomized Controlled Study)

Post-craniotomy emergence hypertension is a common phenomenon that may predispose to development of intracranial hematoma and cerebral edema.The aim of this study is to compare the safety and efficacy of Mgso4 versus lidocaine infusion for control of emergence hypertension after craniotomy.

Inclusion Criteria:

• ASA physical status Ι or Π.
• scheduled patients for brain tumor excision.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Hepatic, renal, cardiac, pulmonary, or endocrine impairment.
• Signs of increased intracranial pressure or allergy to any of the used drugs.