Pediatrics
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Meta Analysis
Effect of age and sedative agent on the accuracy of bispectral index in detecting depth of sedation in children.
This study evaluated age- and sedative agent-related differences in bispectral index across observed sedation levels in a large sample of children < 18 years of age. ⋯ Our findings suggest that, although bispectral index may differentiate light from deep sedation in most children, bispectral index must be interpreted cautiously in sedated children, with particular consideration given to patient age and use of sedative agents.