Tag: dexmedetomidine
The Effect of Dexmedetomidine on Outcomes of Cardiac Surgery in Elderly Patients
The goal of this retrospective study was to investigate the effects of perioperative use of dexmedetomidine (Dex) on outcomes for older patients undergoing cardiac surgery. A total of 505 patients (equal or greater than 65... read more
Effect of Intravenous Acetaminophen vs Placebo Combined With Propofol or Dexmedetomidine on Postoperative Delirium Among Older Patients Following Cardiac Surgery
Among older patients undergoing cardiac surgery, postoperative scheduled IV acetaminophen, combined with IV propofol or dexmedetomidine, reduced in-hospital delirium vs placebo. Additional research, including comparison of... read more
Ketamine Continuous Infusion: A Reasonable Alternative to Traditional Sedatives and Analgesics?
Propofol, dexmedetomidine, and opioids are commonly used for patients requiring continuous sedation or analgesia, such as for those receiving mechanical ventilation. Although these medications are generally safe, some may... read more
Delirium in ICU Prevented With Nocturnal Administration of Dexmedetomidine
Low-dose dexmedetomidine administered at night to critically ill adults reduced the incidence of delirium during intensive care unit (ICU) stays and patient-reported sleep quality remained unchanged, according to a study... read more
Dexmedetomidine-Associated Hyperthermia
Dexmedetomidine-associated hyperthermia: a retrospective cohort study of intensive care unit admissions between 2009 and 2016. Dexmedetomidine-associated hyperthermia has not been previously studied. Analysis is warranted... read more
Intraoperative Infusion of Dexmedetomidine for Prevention of Postoperative Delirium and Cognitive Dysfunction in Elderly Patients
Intraoperative infusion of dexmedetomidine for prevention of postoperative delirium and cognitive dysfunction in elderly patients undergoing major elective non-cardiac surgery. Postoperative delirium occurs in 10% to 60%... read more
