Effect of Low-Dose Ketamine Infusion in the Intensive Care Unit on Postoperative Opioid Consumption and Traumatic Memories After Hospital Discharge: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Anesthesia & Analgesia February 5, 2025 Nuanprae Kitisin, Nattaya Raykateeraroj, Nattachai Hemtanon et al. 11 citations
Low-dose ketamine may have an opioid-sparing effect in critically ill patients but may also predispose them to traumatic memories. We evaluated the effects of low-dose ketamine infusion in the intensive care unit (ICU) on fentanyl consumption and traumatic memories after hospital discharge. This randomized, double-blind, controlled trial was conducted at a university-based surgical ICU. 118...
DOI: 10.1213/ANE.0000000000007419 (opens in new tab)
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Ketamine
Pain management
Post-operative care
Opioid reduction
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