Vasopressor choice for hypotension in elective Cesarean section: ephedrine or phenylephrine?

Introduction: Hypotensive episodes are a common complication of spinal anesthesia during Cesarean section. The purpose of this study was to compare the effectiveness and the side effects of vasopressors, ephedrine and phenylephrine, administered for hypotension during elective Cesarean section under spinal anesthesia.

Material And Methods: The study consisted of 100 selected ASA I/II females scheduled for elective Cesarean section under spinal anesthesia.