Tag: Induced hypotension

The practice of intentionally lowering a patient's blood pressure during surgery, known as induced hypotension, has been used clinically since the mid-20th century to minimize blood loss and provide a clearer surgical field. The specific indications for induced hypotension depend on the type of surgery, potential bleeding risk, and the patient's overall health.

For over half a century, controlled hypotension has been utilized in surgical settings to intentionally reduce a patient's blood pressure to achieve specific therapeutic purposes. This technique helps to limit blood loss, decrease the need for transfusions, and provide a clearer, less obstructed surgical field for surgeons.