03:18 PM Abstract No. 35 Does the implementation of routine end-tidal CO2 monitoring during moderate sedation in IR change incidence of oversedation?

The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) standards were updated in 2011 to recommend end-tidal carbon dioxide (EtCO2) monitoring during moderate sedation, which is now common practice in IR. Studies show EtCO2 monitoring improves detection of respiratory depression and hypoxemia. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the incidence of respiratory depression and hypoxemia from oversedation during IR procedures before and after implementation of EtCO2 monitoring.

Source: Journal of Vascular and Interventional Radiology : JVIR - February 23, 2019 Category: Radiology Authors: C. McGinn, C. Duncan, G. Nadolski Tags: Scientific Session 4: Step Up Your Game Source Type: research