Dexmedetomidine in Obstetric Anesthesia: Putting Theory Into Practice

Learning Objectives:

After attending this session, participants will be able to:

1. Review the mechanisms of action of dexmedetomidine in the obstetric patient.

2. Describe clinical situations with proven benefit in the obstetrical population.

3. Reflect on theoretical situations for the use of dexmedetomidine in obstetric anesthesia.