Open AccessImpact of intravenous dexmedetomidine on postoperative bowel movement recovery after laparoscopic nephrectomy: A consort-prospective, randomized, controlled trial
Author(s) -
Shanshan Huang,
Fuxi Song,
Shaozhong Yang,
Tianjun Zhou,
Liandong Zhao,
Shuqin Wang,
Qi Wu,
Xin Liu,
Qi Feng
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
world journal of clinical cases
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.368
H-Index - 10
ISSN - 2307-8960
DOI - 10.12998/wjcc.v9.i26.7762
Subject(s) - medicine , dexmedetomidine , randomized controlled trial , nephrectomy , surgery , laparoscopy , anesthesia , consolidated standards of reporting trials , defecation , kidney , sedation
Postoperative ileus is a frequent postoperative complication, especially after abdominal surgery. Sympathetic excitation is the primary factor for postoperative ileus. Sympathetic activation becomes increased by surgical stress, postoperative pain, and inflammation. Dexmedetomidine (DEX) can inhibit sympathetic nerve activity, inflammation, and pain.