What Anesthetic Drugs Cause Hypertension? Understanding and Managing Perioperative Blood Pressure Swings
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While general anesthesia most often leads to a decrease in blood pressure due to vasodilation, specific medications can have the opposite effect. Understanding **what anesthetic drugs cause hypertension** is crucial for managing patient hemodynamics during and after surgery. These reactions can range from controlled, therapeutic blood pressure increases to dangerous, unmanaged spikes.
