Key result
Propofol induction reduces ventricular arrhythmias ~72% vs methohexitone in pediatric dental anesthesia.
Why the study?
Does propofol compared to methohexitone improve hemodynamic stability and reduce arrhythmias in healthy children undergoing outpatient exodontia?
Population
50 healthy children presenting for outpatient exodontia
Comparison
Propofol for induction vs Methohexitone for induction
Authors
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Should not change induction agent selection in children; leaves open need for randomized confirmation of arrhythmia and hemodynamic effects.
RCT (n=50)
Does propofol compared to methohexitone improve hemodynamic stability and reduce arrhythmias in healthy children undergoing outpatient exodontia?
Absolute Event Rate: 9% vs 32%
Propofol induction is associated with lower mean arterial pressure, lower heart rate, and fewer ventricular arrhythmias compared to methohexitone in children undergoing outpatient exodontia.
Ewah et al. (1993) conducted an RCT in Outpatient exodontia (n=50). Propofol vs. Methohexitone was evaluated on Ventricular arrhythmias. Propofol induction for dental anesthesia in children resulted in a lower rate of ventricular arrhythmias compared to methohexitone (9% vs 32%).
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