Procedural sedation for direct current cardioversion: a feasibility study between two management strategies in the emergency department

Procedural sedation for direct current cardioversion: a feasibility study between two management strategies in the emergency department

Abstract Background A cardiologist-only approach to procedural sedation with midazolam in the setting of elective cardioversion (DCC) for AF has already been proven as safe as sedation with propofol and anaesthesiologist assistance. No data exist regarding the safety of such a strategy during emerge...

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Main Authors: Giulia Stronati, Alessandro Capucci, Antonio Dello Russo, Erica Adrario, Andrea Carsetti, Michela Casella, Abele Donati, Federico Guerra
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-08-01
Series:BMC Cardiovascular Disorders
Subjects:
Atrial fibrillation
Cardioversion
Emergency procedures
Midazolam
Propofol
Sedation
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12872-020-01664-1

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