Dexmedetomidine as the primary sedative agent for brain radiation therapy in a 21-month old child.
Dexmedetomidine (Precedex is an alpha2 adrenoceptor agonist which is gaining popularity as a sedative and anesthetic adjuvant. In this case report, dexmedetomidine was used safely and easily to provide sedation for 12 radiation-therapy sessions in a pediatric patient. It provided smooth induction and fast recovery with minimal respiratory depression.
Shukry
Mohanad
M
Department of Anesthesiology, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA, USA. mshukry73@hotmail.com
Ramadhyani
Usha
U
D001932:Brain Neoplasms / Q000532:radiotherapy*; D020927:Dexmedetomidine / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D006993:Hypnotics and Sedatives / Q000009:adverse effects; D007223:Infant; D008297:Male; D015742:Propofol; D011878:Radiotherapy / Q000379:methods*; D015656:Respiratory Mechanics / Q000187:drug effects; D018335:Rhabdoid Tumor / Q000532:radiotherapy*
D006993:Hypnotics and Sedatives; D020927:Dexmedetomidine; D015742:Propofol