Prevalence of Delirium with Dexmedetomidine Compared with Morphine Based Therapy after Cardiac Surgery
Abstract
Background Commonly used sedatives/analgesics can increase the risk of postoperative complications, including delirium. This double-blinded study assessed the neurobehavioral, hemodynamic, and sedative characteristics of dexmedetomidine compared with morphine-based regimen after cardiac surgery at equivalent levels of sedation and analgesia. Methods A total of 306 patients at least 60 yr old were randomized to receive dexmedetomidine (0.1-0.7...
Paper Details
Title
Prevalence of Delirium with Dexmedetomidine Compared with Morphine Based Therapy after Cardiac Surgery
Published Date
Nov 1, 2009
Journal
Volume
111
Issue
5
Pages
1075 - 1084
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