The perioperative environment is increasingly shaped by factors that extend beyond traditional pharmacology, requiring anesthesia providers to stay alert to emerging and often underrecognized influences on patient care.
Pharmacology
Dexmedetomidine: The Alpha-2 Enigma in Anesthesia and Beyond
From its receptor-level effects in the CNS to new oral mucosal delivery systems and potential use in cancer care, Dex is proving to be far more than just a sedative.