A Comparison of Methohexital Versus Etomidate for Endotracheal Intubation of Critically Ill Patients
Abstract
Background Methohexital has been used for procedural sedation in the emergency department, but its use for endotracheal intubation in intensive care units has not been studied.
Objective To compare methohexital with etomidate with respect to their effectiveness and safety of use for endotracheal intubation in the intensive care unit.