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Ketamine by continuous infusion in status asthmaticus.

P J Strube, P L Hallam

    Anaesthesia
    |October 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    Continuous intravenous ketamine infusion successfully treated a severe asthma attack in a pediatric patient, avoiding mechanical ventilation. This approach offers a valuable alternative for intensive status asthmaticus management.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Intensive Care Medicine
    • Respiratory Medicine
    • Pharmacology

    Background:

    • Status asthmaticus is a severe form of asthma requiring intensive care.
    • Conventional bronchodilator therapy can be ineffective in severe cases.
    • Mechanical ventilation is often necessary but carries significant risks.

    Observation:

    • A 13-year-old girl with refractory status asthmaticus did not respond to standard treatments.
    • Artificial ventilation was considered to manage her severe bronchospasm.
    • Continuous intravenous ketamine infusion was administered to avoid intubation.

    Findings:

    • The intravenous ketamine infusion successfully relieved the patient's bronchospasm.
    • The patient regained consciousness within 30 minutes post-infusion.
    • Full orientation was achieved one hour after the ketamine infusion concluded.

    Implications:

    • Intravenous ketamine is a viable and effective treatment option for severe, refractory status asthmaticus in pediatric patients.
    • Ketamine administration may help avoid the need for mechanical ventilation.
    • This case highlights ketamine as a crucial therapeutic consideration in intensive asthma care.

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