Sedative showdown: which drug is safer for emergency breathing tubes?

NCT ID NCT05092152

Summary

This study aimed to find out which of two common sedative drugs is safer when doctors need to quickly place a breathing tube in critically ill patients. Researchers compared ketamine and propofol in 207 patients to see which one caused fewer dangerous drops in blood pressure during the procedure. The goal was to provide clearer guidance to help doctors choose the safest option in these emergency situations.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Federal University of São Paulo

    São Paulo, São Paulo, 04038002, Brazil

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