Dr. Saumil H Shah
Anaesthesiology Consultant Anesthesiologist at SDH hospital, India
Publications
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Research Article
A Comparative Study of Dexamethasone as an Adjuvant to Bupivacaine Versus Bupivacaine Alone in Supraclavicular Brachial Plexus Block for Postoperative Analgesia in Upper Limb Surgeries
Author(s): Dr. Saumil H Shah, Dr. Mitali G. Patel, Dr. Vishwa Patel* and Dr. Tanmay Prasad
Background: Effective postoperative pain control is essential for early recovery and improved patient outcomes. Supraclavicular brachial plexus block is a reliable regional anaesthesia technique for upper limb surgeries. Although Bupivacaine provides long-acting anaesthesia, its duration is limited. Dexamethasone has been used as an adjuvant to prolong analgesia and improve block quality. Objectives: To compare the effects of adding Dexamethasone to Bupivacaine versus Bupivacaine alone in supraclavicular brachial plexus block regarding onset, duration of block, postoperative analgesia, and safety. Methods: This prospective randomized study included 60 patients (ASA I–II) undergoing elective upper limb surgeries. Patients were divided into two groups: Group B received Bupivacaine alone, while Group D received .. Read More»