Comparison of Dexmedetomidine Versus Propofol on Hospital Costs and Length of Stay

Conclusions: In this academic medical center, dexmedetomidine use was associated with higher costs when compared to propofol for sedation in the ICU. Also, use of dexmedetomidine was associated with increased lengths of ICU and hospital stay. Future prospective trials are needed to confirm these findings.
Source: Journal of Intensive Care Medicine - Category: Intensive Care Authors: Tags: Review of a Large Clinical Series Source Type: research