The robust antidepressant effects of (R, S)-ketamine are among the most important
discoveries in mood research over the last half century. Off-label use of (R, S)-ketamine …

Background: Ketamine is an anesthetic commonly used in low-income countries and has
recently been shown to be effective for treatment-resistant depression. However, the illicit …

Background Breast cancer accounts for 7% of female cancer deaths, usually attributable to
metastasis. While surgery is a mainstay of treatment, perioperative interventions may …

Ketamine is a versatile drug with a unique profile that allows it to be successfully used for a
multitude of situations worldwide. Its variable dosing means it can be used both as an …

Background Ketamine is routinely used in operating theatres, emergency departments,
ICUs, and even outpatient units. Despite the widespread use of ketamine, only basic aspects …

BACKGROUND: The global lack of anesthesia capacity is well described, but country-
specific data are needed to provide country-specific solutions. We aimed to assess …

The stress of surgery is characterized by an inflammatory response with immune
suppression resulting from many factors, including the type of surgery and the kind of …

Anesthesia can be safely given in LMICs with basic supplies and equipment, if the
anesthesia provider is trained and vigilant. Neuraxial and regional anesthesia and the use …

Access to controlled medicines for anesthesia and surgical care in low-income countries: a
narrative review of international dru Page 1 REVIEW ARTICLE/BRIEF REVIEW Access to …

Purpose: Ketamine is an anesthetic in clinical, but it has also been used as an abusing drug
due to its low price and hallucinogenic effects. It is proved that ketamine abusing would …