Althesin infusion for cardiac catheterisation.
A trial of a continuous intravenous infusion of Althesin is described for sedation during cardiac catheterisation, both for children and adults. The conditions produced for the procedure were very satisfactory. The advantages and problems of its use are discussed. The technique justifies further trials.
D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D000530:Alfaxalone Alfadolone Mixture / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects; D000771:Anesthesia, Intravenous / Q000379:methods*; D001794:Blood Pressure / Q000187:drug effects; D006328:Cardiac Catheterization; D002648:Child; D002675:Child, Preschool; D004341:Drug Evaluation; D006339:Heart Rate / Q000187:drug effects; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008875:Middle Aged
D000530:Alfaxalone Alfadolone Mixture