Middle East J Anaesthesiol
February 2013
Background: This study aimed to compare the influences ofmidazolam and dexmedetomidine infusion on anxiety scores in patients undergoing surgery with regional anesthesia.
Methods: Eighty ASA I or II class patient undergoing elective surgery with regional anesthesia were included in the study. Permanent anxiety scores were determined using the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory (STAI)-1 and 2 one day before the surgery.