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  • 1Department of Anaesthesia, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Ontario, Canada. bruno@anes.sickkids.on.ca

Canadian Journal of Anaesthesia = Journal Canadien D'Anesthesie
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Neuroleptanalgesia/anesthesia is largely replaced by newer agents. Modern anesthesia offers better recovery and sedation with medications like propofol and midazolam.

Area of Science:

  • Anesthesiology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Neuroleptanalgesia/anesthesia, a technique involving neuroleptic agents and analgesics, was once a common anesthetic approach.
  • Its use has declined significantly due to advancements in anesthetic medications and techniques.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current status and future prospects of neuroleptanalgesia/anesthesia.
  • To assess its relevance in contemporary medical practice.

Main Methods:

  • A literature search was conducted using databases like Current Science and Medline from 1966 to the present.
  • Keywords included neuroleptanalgesia/anesthesia, conscious sedation, droperidol, benzodiazepines, propofol, ketamine, and opioids.

Main Results:

  • Droperidol/fentanyl may retain a niche role in seizure therapy for electrocorticography.

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  • Postoperative sedation and restlessness limit its broader application.
  • Newer agents like midazolam, propofol, and modern opioids offer superior anesthetic combinations.

    • Conclusions:

    • Advancements in anesthetic agents have redefined the indications for neuroleptanesthesia.
    • Modern medications provide superior anxiolysis, sedation, and analgesia with faster recovery compared to neuroleptanesthesia.