Effect of propofol and dexmedetomidine on pulmonary mechanics in intensive care unit patients

TÜRKTAN M., GÜLEÇ E., ILGINEL M. T., ÖZCENGİZ D.

CUKUROVA MEDICAL JOURNAL, vol.42, no.1, pp.34-40, 2017 (ESCI) identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 42 Issue: 1
  • Publication Date: 2017
  • Doi Number: 10.17826/cutf.280071
  • Journal Name: CUKUROVA MEDICAL JOURNAL
  • Journal Indexes: Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI), TR DİZİN (ULAKBİM)
  • Page Numbers: pp.34-40
  • Çukurova University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Purpose: Propofol and dexmedetomidine are most preferred sedative agent for mechanically ventilated ICUs patients. The aim of this study is to compare the early effects of propofol and dexmedetomidine on pulmonary mechanics in these patients.