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Deep Sedation MeSH Descriptor Data 2025


MeSH Heading
Deep Sedation
Tree Number(s)
E03.295
Unique ID
D054810
RDF Unique Identifier
http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D054810
Annotation
coordinate IM with specific procedure (IM) or specific sedative, analgesic or anesthetic (IM with no qualifiers)
Scope Note
Drug-induced depression of consciousness during which patients cannot be easily aroused but respond purposely following repeated painful stimulation. The ability to independently maintain ventilatory function may be impaired. (From: American Society of Anesthesiologists Practice Guidelines)
Entry Term(s)
Sedation, Deep
Previous Indexing
Conscious Sedation (1991-2007)
Public MeSH Note
2008
History Note
2008
Date Established
2008/01/01
Date of Entry
2007/07/09
Revision Date
2008/01/01
Deep Sedation Preferred
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