Monoamine oxidase inhibitors and elective surgery.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
Monoamine oxidase inhibitor use is considered a contraindication for elective surgery. We reviewed 32 patients on a regimen of isocarboxazid 10 mg daily who underwent elective surgery. Their anesthetic management, postanesthesia outcome, and pharmacology are described.