A systematic review on the use of sevoflurane in the management of status asthmaticus in adults
Authors' conclusion
The systematic review suggests sevoflurane can be a valuable treatment option in SA.
Study context
- Population
- Adults with status asthmaticus (SA)13 publications
- Participants
- 18 adults
- Outcome
- Clinical status with sevoflurane
Methodological detailsno randomised trials available
- No randomised trials available
Pooled result
As reported in the abstract
Patients with improvement in clinical status with sevoflurane
16
Required escalation to extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)
1
Did not survive
1
Further pooled results
Pre-sevoflurane status
- Most patients required intubation despite best medical management before sevoflurane; high airway pressures and respiratory acidosis apparent
Original publication
A systematic review on the use of sevoflurane in the management of status asthmaticus in adults. Crit Care. Published 14 October 2024. doi:10.
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