The proper effect site concentration of remifentanil for prevention of myoclonus after etomidate injection

BackgroundEtomidate frequently induces myoclonus when administered intravenously with bolus injection during anesthetic induction. This can be bothersome for the anesthesiologist. The dose of remifentanil appropriate for preventing myoclonus without side effects was investigated.MethodsAll patients...

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Main Authors: Hyun Su Ri, Sang Wook Shin, Tae Kyun Kim, Seung Wan Baik, Ji Uk Yoon, Gyeong Jo Byeon
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Korean Society of Anesthesiologists 2011-08-01
Series:Korean Journal of Anesthesiology
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Online Access:http://ekja.org/upload/pdf/kjae-61-127.pdf