Please contact Dr. Works (keworks@fsu.eu) for additional help: Submission navigation links for Research Symposium Program Portal WF ‹ Previous submission Next submission › Submission information Submission Number: 50 Submission ID: 7761 Submission UUID: 7cb98fea-0c7b-4ea7-8292-38f1a025cdf6 Submission URI: /student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal Submission Update: /student-research/symposium/research-symposium-program-portal?token=sy8LDhLQOZFxEDYP405dyHXrMlX4kF55qPJ9KoOvZy8 Created: Mon, 02/03/2025 - 07:28 PM Completed: Mon, 02/03/2025 - 07:48 PM Changed: Tue, 04/01/2025 - 08:47 AM Remote IP address: 172.59.67.20 Submitted by: Anonymous Language: English Is draft: No Webform: Research Symposium Program Portal WF Submitted to: Student Research Symposium Program Portal Primary Student Contact First Name Primary Student Contact Last Name Pronouns Primary Student Contact FSU Student Email Photo of all individuals presenting this work DNP Project Photo.jpg535.9 KB Remove Upload requirementsOne file only.2 MB limit. Major(s) of all individuals presenting this work Bio of all individuals presenting this work This group, in accordance with graduation requirements, is presenting a quality improvement project on the use of dexmedetomidine in neurosurgical spine cases. We have a deep passion for anesthesia and its evolving role in patient care. Our interest in dexmedetomidine stems from its ability to provide sedation while preserving respiratory function and offering neuroprotective benefits, making it a valuable tool in anesthesia management. With a strong commitment to advancing our knowledge and clinical skills, we aspire to contribute to the field of anesthesia by optimizing patient outcomes, particularly in complex surgical cases, through evidence-based practices and innovative approaches. Poster Title Abstract Due to its unique pharmacological properties, dexmedetomidine, a selective α2-adrenergic agonist, has gained significant attention in clinical practice. This literature review explores its role in neurosurgical spine surgeries, guided by the PICO question: Do adult patients undergoing neuroskeletal spine procedures (P) who receive perioperative dexmedetomidine (I), compared to those who do not (C), require less perioperative narcotics (O)? A total of six research articles were critically reviewed from CINAHL, PubMed, and Cochrane, including four systematic reviews and meta-analyses totaling 53 studies with 3,379 patients, and two randomized control trials with 172 patients. Four of the six studies provided strong statistical evidence (95% confidence intervals) that dexmedetomidine reduces PACU opioid consumption and postoperative pain intensity. Dexmedetomidine offers advantages such as stable hemodynamics, minimal respiratory depression, and reduced opioid requirements. Additionally, it has neuroprotective properties, reduces emergence delirium, and decreases shivering and postoperative nausea and vomiting. It facilitates smoother extubation and enhances postoperative outcomes. However, potential complications, including bradycardia and hypotension, require cautious administration. This quality improvement project aimed to present these findings to staff and encourage dexmedetomidine use in neurosurgical procedures. Despite successful collaboration with anesthesia staff, unforeseen bureaucratic hurdles delayed access to medication records, preventing the collection of required pre- and post-data. Nonetheless, this project highlights dexmedetomidine’s potential as a valuable adjunct in neurosurgical spine surgeries and the need for continued research and institutional support to optimize its use in clinical practice. Research Mentor Name Research Mentor's College (or High School) Research Mentor's Department (or Subject) Research Mentor's Email Additional Research Mentor(s) Co-presenter(s) Keywords Poster Session/Number Work Complete Exploratory (the research question has been identified and design of approach is outlined) Presentation Modality Face to Face Poster session Synchronous Online Presentation Asynchronous Online Presentation Poster PDF PDF Anesthesia Poster.pdf856.11 KB Remove Upload requirementsOne file only.100 MB limit. Poster Thumbnail Please take a screenshot of your poster to be a thumbnail on your Symposium Program Profile. Upload Upload requirementsOne file only.2 MB limit. I will be printing my poster CAPTCHA What code is in the image? Enter the characters shown in the image. This question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions. Save Leave this field blank
