Incidence and Predictors of Emergence Agitation in Pediatric Patients

Background: Emergence agitation (EA) is a common self limiting problem after recovery from general anesthesia (GA). Patients with EA will be inconsolable, irritable, uncooperative and may thrash or cry. In some cases EA symptoms can be severe leading to physical harm in children. Objective: To study...

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Main Authors: Ngamjit Pattaravit, Orarat Karnjanawanichkul, Thida Uakritdathikarn, Sarunyu Thinchana
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Prince of Songkla University 2010-10-01
Series:Journal of Health Science and Medical Research (JHSMR)
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Online Access:https://www.jhsmr.org/index.php/jhsmr/article/view/361