Abstract
The successful treatment with doxapram of five cases of postextubation laryngospasm is described. The increased respiratory drive from doxapram is suggested as the mechanism of action. Doxapram is a new adjunct in the treatment of this condition.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 1112-1114 |
| Number of pages | 3 |
| Journal | Anaesthesia |
| Volume | 37 |
| Issue number | 11 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - Nov 1982 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Analeptics; doxapram
- Complications; laryngospasm