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Monday 10 June 2013

Dexmedetomidine use in the ICU

Dexmedetomidine use in the ICU: Are we there yet?  Critical care, 2013, 17: R320.

Ahmed, S. and Murugan, R.

http://ccforum.com/content/17/3/320

Long-term sedation with midazolam or propofol in intensive care units (ICUs) has serious adverse effects. Dexmedetomidine, an alpha-2 agonist available for ICU sedation, may reduce the duration of mechanical ventilation and enhance patient comfort.

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