Propofol Sedation for ERCP Procedures : A Dilemna? Observations from an Anesthesia Perspective
Joint Authors
Garewal, Davinder
Waikar, Pallavi
Source
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopy
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-5, 5 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2012-01-05
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
5
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Propofol sedation for endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) procedures is a popular current technique that has generated controversy in the medical field.
Worldwide, both anesthetic and nonanesthetic personnel administer this form of sedation.
Although the American and Canadian societies of gastroenterologists have endorsed the administration of propofol by nonanesthesia personnel, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not licensed its use in this manner.
There is some evidence for the safe use of propofol by nonanesthetic personnel in patients undergoing endoscopy procedures, but there are few randomized trials addressing the safety and efficacy of propofol in patients undergoing ERCP procedures.
A serious possible consequence of propofol sedation in patients is that it may result in rapid and unpredictable progression from deep sedation to general anesthesia, and skilled airway support may be required as a rescue measure.
Potential complications following deep propofol sedation include hypoxemia and hypotension.
Propofol sedation for ERCP procedures is an area of clinical practice where discussion and mutual cooperation between anesthesia and nonanesthesia personnel may enhance patient safety.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Garewal, Davinder& Waikar, Pallavi. 2012. Propofol Sedation for ERCP Procedures : A Dilemna? Observations from an Anesthesia Perspective. Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopy،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-5.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-487309
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Garewal, Davinder& Waikar, Pallavi. Propofol Sedation for ERCP Procedures : A Dilemna? Observations from an Anesthesia Perspective. Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopy No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-5.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-487309
American Medical Association (AMA)
Garewal, Davinder& Waikar, Pallavi. Propofol Sedation for ERCP Procedures : A Dilemna? Observations from an Anesthesia Perspective. Diagnostic and Therapeutic Endoscopy. 2012. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-5.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-487309
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-487309