Dexmedetomidine Added to Levobupivacaine Prolongs Axillary Brachial Plexus Block

Abstract

Dexmedetomidine added to levobupivacaine for axillary brachial plexus block shortens the onset time and prolongs the duration of the block and the duration of postoperative analgesia. However, dexmedetomidine also may lead to bradycardia.