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Moderate sedation: what radiologists need to know
Jonathan W Olsen1, Richard L Barger, Shashin K Doshi
11 Department of Diagnostic Radiology, William Beaumont Hospital, 3601 W Thirteen Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI 48073.
Objective:
The number of procedures conducted within the radiology department using moderate sedation is rising. Anecdotal evidence suggests that there is an inconsistency in the education of radiology trainees regarding moderate sedation.
Conclusion:
The purpose of this article is to give an overview and concise summary of the use of moderate sedation as put forth by the American Society of Anesthesia, American College of Radiology, and Society of Interventional Radiology. In addition, we will review the commonly used medications for moderate sedation and their reversal agents.
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