Intravenous anaesthetic agents

This article gives an overview of drugs frequently used for intravenous anaesthetic induction, as well as a brief overview of total intravenous anaesthesia. Physio chemical properties of intravenous anaesthetic drugs, their clinical and adverse effects are summarized. The article also discusses the historical context on the introduction of intravenous anaesthetic agents and highlights developments of novel agents.
Source: Anaesthesia and intensive care medicine - Category: Anesthesiology Source Type: research