Experienced Use of Dexmedetomidine in the Intensive Care Unit: A Report of a Structured Consensus
Turkish journal of anaesthesiology and reanimation
Management of pain, agitation and delirium (PAD) remains to be a true challenge in critically ill patients. The pharmacological proprieties of dexmedetomidine (DEX) make it an ideal candidate drug for light and cooperative sedation, but many practical questions remain unanswered. This structured consensus from 17 intensivists well experienced on PAD management and DEX use provides indications for the appropriate use of DEX in clinical practice.
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Pasero D, Sangalli F, Baiocchi M, Blangetti I, Cattaneo S, Paternoster G, Moltrasio M, Auci E, Murrino P, Forfori F, Forastiere E, De Cristofaro MG, Deste G, Feltracco P, Petrini F, Tritapepe L, Girardis M. Experienced Use of Dexmedetomidine in the Intensive Care Unit: A Report of a Structured Consensus. Turk J Anaesthesiol Reanim 2018 Jun;46(3):176-183