The Claim
The use of modern vasopressors during neuraxial anesthesia for cesarean delivery may eliminate or reduce the hemodynamic risks that were previously associated with the supine position in late pregnancy.
What the research says
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New blood pressure medications used during C-sections might stop the dangerous drop in blood pressure that used to happen when pregnant women lie on their backs.
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Modern vasopressor use during neuraxial anesthesia for cesarean delivery may negate the hemodynamic risks previously attributed to the supine position in late pregnancy.
What the research says
1 studyStudy: Supine hypotensive syndrome of pregnancy
When moms are lying flat on their back during C-sections, they used to get dizzy from low blood pressure — so doctors made them tilt to the side. But now, with modern medicines that boost blood pressure, that tilt might not be needed anymore.
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