The Netherlands journal of medicine
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Comparative Study
Stepwise sedation is safe and effective for the insertion of central venous catheters.
The introduction of a central venous catheter in haemodialysis patients is an unpleasant procedure for the patient. Intravenous sedation is accepted practice in complicated endoscopic procedures but not often used in haemodialysis patients. ⋯ We conclude that stepwise sedation is effective and safe in haemodialysis patients and leads to a complete amnesia for the procedure.