FIELD: medicine.
SUBSTANCE: method involves introducing catheter into epidural space and set at the level of Th 9 - Th 10. Then, 15 ml of 0.5% Marcain solution is introduced via the catheter, going on introducing it until sensory block of Th 7 - Th 5 is reached. Infusion therapy with 6% Refortan solution as basic hemodilution agent is concurrently started in the amount of 14 ml/kg but not exceeding 1000 ml. 0.9% sodium chloride solution is used in the amount of 28.5 ml/kg but not exceeding 2000 ml. Infusion volume is equal to 42.5 ml/kg not exceeding 3000 ml during the first hour of blockade development with infusion volume being supported at the level of 8 ml/kg in every operation hour.
EFFECT: avoided bloodstream overload.
