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Nebulized ketamine in minor bronchoscopy procedures: A possibility

Year: 2023

Type: article

Abstract: Nebulized ketamine in minor bronchoscopy procedures: A possibilityDear Editor, Ketamine is a unique intravenous (IV) anesthetic drug producing a wide range of pharmacological effects, including sedation, analgesia, bronchodilation, and sympathetic nervous system stimulation.[1] Inhaled ketamine is an effective treatment for postoperative sore throat.[2] Through this letter, we have discussed the successful use of nebulized ketamine for performing check laryngoscopy in an awake patient and avoiding general anesthesia for such a minor procedure.

Source: Journal of Anaesthesiology Clinical Pharmacology

DOI: 10.4103/joacp.joacp_415_21

Authors: Neha Bharti, Priyanka Sethi, Manbir Kaur, Deepanshu Dang

Institutions: All India Institute of Medical Sciences Jodhpur, All India Institute of Medical Sciences

Language: English

Topic: Anesthesia and Sedative Agents

Subfield: Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4381307579

FWCI: 0.622

Cites: 5

Cited by: 2

Related to: 10