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A Single Dose of Etomidate During Rapid Sequence Induction in Trauma Patients Causes Significant Adrenocortical Insufficiency: A Prospective Randomized Study
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating RSI sedation with etomidate/succinylcholine and RSI sedation with fentanyl/midazolam/succinylcholine for Adrenal Insufficiency. Completed, enrolled 30 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
Trauma patients are at increased risk for adrenal function insufficiency. A commonly used agent for rapid sequence intubation (RSI) is known to decrease adrenal function. We want to determine the incidence of adrenocortical insufficiency and its significance during the first 24 hours of resuscitation following RSI in trauma patients.
Study Details
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Interventions
etomidate 0.3 mg/kg IV plus succinylcholine 1 mg/kg IV
100 micrograms fentanyl IV, plus 5 mg midazolam IV, plus 1 mg/kg succinylcholine IV