Best practice in obstetric general anaesthesia: an umbrella review of pharmacological strategies for induction of general anaesthesia

Key Points

• This review aims to evaluate pharmacological strategies for general anaesthesia induction in obstetrics, particularly for caesarean deliveries.
• Umbrella review of existing literature
• Evaluation of pharmacological agents used for induction
• Focus on safety and efficacy in obstetric settings
• Short-acting opioids are confirmed safe for use during induction
• Propofol is identified as the preferred drug for induction
• Rocuronium is a suitable alternative to suxamethonium for muscle relaxation during induction

Abstract