Table 1.
Effects of dexmedetomidine on human pupillary reflexes
| Light reflex (mm) | Reflex dilation (mm) | Pupil size (mm) | 75% recovery (s) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before dexmedetomidine | 0.30 ± 0.14 | 0.13 ± 0.13 | 2.0 ± 0.36 | 1.4 ± 0.40 |
| After dexmedetomidine | 0.37 ± 0.12* | 0.03 ± 0.09* | 2.0 ± 0.32 | 1.5 ± 0.20 |
| Effect (95% CI) | 0.07 (0.03,0.11) | −0.10 (−0.17,0.04) | 0.03 (−0.08,0.03) | 0.14 (−0.46,0.17) |
Data are mean±s.d.
P < 0.05.