Inhaled methoxyflurane (Penthrox) for analgesia in trauma: a systematic review protocol

Abstract Background More than 75% of patients presenting to the Emergency Department are suffering symptoms of pain. Despite this, 67% will not receive any analgesia. Methoxyflurane is a fluorinated hydrocarbon gas which has analgesic properties when inhaled. Penthrox is a methoxyflurane autoinhaler...

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Main Authors: Michael M. Eager, Grant S. Nolan, Kathryn Tonks, Anoopama Ramjeeawon, Natalie Taylor
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-02-01
Series:Systematic Reviews
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13643-021-01600-0