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His preoprative reports and tests were perfect. bp 120/80 etc. post oprative all parametres too exellent. 2 d echo fine. just this hypotension.....

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Dr. Randy Stevens answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Hypotension: Hypotension can occur in any surgery. Patients who are dehydrated prior to surgery. Patients who undergo anesthesia will decrease their blood pressure from the medications. The anesthiogist will treat.

Answered 10/18/2013

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