JCM | Free Full-Text | Uncovering the Benefits of the Ketamine–Dexmedetomidine Combination for Procedural Sedation during the Italian COVID-19 Pandemic

This retrospective observational study evaluated the safety and efficacy of the ketamine and dexmedetomidine combination (keta-dex) compared to ketamine or dexmedetomidine alone for sedation of patients with acute respiratory distress due to COVID-19 pneumonia who require non-invasive ventilation. The following factors were assessed: tolerance to the ventilation, sedation level on the Richmond Agitation-Sedation Scale (RASS),Continue reading “JCM | Free Full-Text | Uncovering the Benefits of the Ketamine–Dexmedetomidine Combination for Procedural Sedation during the Italian COVID-19 Pandemic”

JCM | Free Full-Text | Narrative Review: Low-Dose Ketamine for Pain Management

Pain is the leading cause of medical consultations and occurs in 50–70% of emergency department visits. To date, several drugs have been used to manage pain. The clinical use of ketamine began in the 1960s and it immediately emerged as a manageable and safe drug for sedation and anesthesia. The analgesic properties of this drugContinue reading “JCM | Free Full-Text | Narrative Review: Low-Dose Ketamine for Pain Management”

Medication-Facilitated Advanced Airway Management with First-Line Use of a Supraglottic Device – A One-Year Quality Assurance Review

Medication-Facilitated Advanced Airway Management with First-Line Use of a Supraglottic Device – A One-Year Quality Assurance Review — Read on http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9280059/