To update published data about adjuvants and examine their evolution in use over the last 2 years. This scoping review highlights current and updated published evidence on using adjuvants and future research directions.Regional techniques (including peripheral nerve blocks) have become relevant for pain relief and postoperative quality recovery. Examples of adjuvant drugs for regional...
Purpose of review The antidepressant effect of subanesthetic doses of ketamine was recognized 20 years ago. This review briefly summarizes the current understanding of the antidepressant mechanisms and the available clinical research on the use of racemic ketamine and enantiomer esketamine for depression. Recent findings The antidepressant effect of subanesthetic doses of ketamine is currently...
After decades without substantial advances, multiple novel antidepressants show promise against treatment-resistant depression. Interestingly, many of these are anesthetics. The purpose of this review is to discuss the evidence for the antidepressant effects of ketamine, nitrous oxide, isoflurane and propofol and to consider potential clinical, administrative and research implications for...