Intrathecal midazolam added to bupivacaine improves the duration and quality of spinal anaesthesia

Background:  The antinociceptive action of intrathecal midazolam is well documented. In this prospective study, we investigated the addition of midazolam to intrathecal bupivacaine on the duration and quality of spinal blockade.

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