The Canadian journal of cardiology
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical Trial
Comparison of midazolam with or without fentanyl for conscious sedation and hemodynamics in coronary angiography.
To compare the hemodynamic and sedative effects of midazolam - with or without fentanyl combination - with placebo in coronary angiography. ⋯ Both techniques of conscious sedation - midazolam and midazolam with fentanyl - are satisfactory for coronary angiography where hemodynamic stability and patient cooperation are required. In such procedures, local anesthesia without sedation may lead to hypertension and increase overall morbidity.