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Eur J Endocrinol
; 167(5): 727-8; author reply 729, 2012 Nov.
Artigo
em Inglês
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-22930488
RESUMO
We describe a protocol for etomidate infusion for the emergency management of hypercortisolemia. Etomidate is commenced at 2.5 mg/h and titrated subsequently according to cortisol levels. It is well tolerated without any sedative effects and can be administered safely via peripheral access for use in the general ward setting.