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  • Anesthesiology
  • Cardiovascular Physiology
  • Surgical Care

Background:

  • Hemodynamic stability is critical in modern anesthesia.
  • Both propofol and isoflurane are commonly used anesthetic agents.
  • Previous studies have explored their clinical effects, including postoperative nausea and vomiting.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the efficacy of propofol infusion versus isoflurane in maintaining hemodynamic stability during spine surgeries under general anesthesia.
  • To evaluate the impact of these anesthetic agents on heart rate, systolic blood pressure (SBP), and diastolic blood pressure (DBP).

Main Methods:

  • A randomized controlled trial involving 80 patients undergoing spine surgery.
  • Patients were divided into two groups: Group P (propofol infusion) and Group I (isoflurane).
  • Hemodynamic parameters were monitored and recorded at various intervals throughout the surgery.

Main Results:

  • Mean heart rate was lower in the propofol group (Group P) compared to the isoflurane group (Group I).
  • Statistically significant differences were observed in SBP and DBP between the two groups.
  • Both SBP and DBP were higher in the isoflurane group (Group I) than in the propofol group (Group P), indicating better stability with propofol.

Conclusions:

  • Propofol infusion demonstrates superior performance in maintaining hemodynamic stability compared to isoflurane during spine surgeries.
  • Propofol is a preferred agent for ensuring perioperative hemodynamic stability in this surgical context.
  • Further research may explore long-term outcomes and other clinical effects.