Paediatric anaesthesia
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Paediatric anaesthesia · Oct 2011
Randomized Controlled TrialKetamine as an adjunct to fentanyl improves postoperative analgesia and hastens discharge in children following tonsillectomy - a prospective, double-blinded, randomized study.
To evaluate the effect of ketamine, as an adjunct to fentanyl, on postoperative analgesia and duration of Postoperative Care Unit (PACU) stay, in children undergoing tonsillectomy. ⋯ We conclude that the administration of ketamine 0.5 mg·kg(-1) with 1 mcg·kg(-1) fentanyl in children undergoing tonsillectomy may improve postoperative pain control without delaying home discharge.