role of sedo analgesia in orchidectomy for the management of carcinoma of prostate

Out of 23 patients who underwent orchidectomy under sedo analgesia for metastatic carcinoma prostate 84% belonged to ASA [American Society of Anesthesiologists] Grade III and IV. In our study the role of sedo analgesia as an available, safe preferable and cheaper alternative to general anaesthesia is emphasized, especially in a group of high risk patients. Ninety one percent [21] of our patients performed sedo analgesia to conventional general anaesthesia. The technique sedo analgesia and its role in orchidectomy for the management of carcinoma of prostate is detailed with review of literature