Table 3. The drugs used for anesthesia in esophagogastroduodenoscopy patients according to the sedation instructors.
| Variables | Pediatric endoscopist (n = 29) | Anesthesiologist (n = 188) | P value | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midazolam | 29 (100) | 188 (100) | N/C | |
| Dose, mg | 4.35 ± 0.91 | 0.89 ± 1.47 | 0.000a | |
| Dose/body weight, mg/kg | 0.10 ± 0.03 | 0.03 ± 0.08 | 0.000a | |
| Ketamine | 10 (34.5) | 90 (47.9) | 0.178 | |
| Dose, mg | 23.50 ± 6.69 | 21.12 ± 26.21 | 0.776 | |
| Dose/body weight, mg/kg | 0.50 ± 0.10 | 0.65 ± 0.42 | 0.005a | |
| Propofol | 0 (0) | 181 (96.3) | 0.000a | |
| Dose, mg | - | 111.00 ± 60.57 | N/C | |
| Dose/body weight, mg/kg | - | 2.50 ± 0.95 | N/C | |
Data are presented as mean ± standard deviation or number (%).
N/C = not checked
aSignificant findings at P < 0.05.