Overview

Efficacy of Ketamine Infusion Compared With Traditional Anti-epileptic Agents in Refractory Status Epilepticus

Status:
Withdrawn
Trial end date:
2021-05-18
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
The study will investigate the efficacy of the N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor antagonist ketamine as a first line agent in refractory status epilepticus versus traditional general anesthetic agents used for burst suppression that target the gamma-aminobutyric acid adrenergic receptors.
Phase:
Phase 2/Phase 3
Details
Lead Sponsor:
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Treatments:
Anticonvulsants
Ketamine
Propofol