Sedation

Increasing use of continuous deep sedation in Netherlands

harminka — Fri, 21 Mar 2008 08:14:20 -0500

The use of continuous deep sedation for patients nearing death in the Netherlands is increasing, while cases of euthanasia have declined, according to a study published on bmj.com today.

FDA concerned about sedation caused by Eli Lilly & Co's Zyprexa

seher — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 06:10:44 -0600

Is Zyprexa safe for a schizophrenic? FDA tries to give answers.

Recommendations on practice of endoscopic sedation

harminka — Sat, 04 Aug 2007 05:55:23 -0500

The use of an evidence-based sedation protocol for endoscopic procedures improves the quality of practice and reduces the incidence of sedation-related adverse events, according to an “AGA Institute Review of Endoscopic Sedation” published in the August issue of Gastroenterology, the official journal of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Institute.