ASA to Present New Recommendations for Propofol Use

NEW ORLEANS—The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) will highlight new recommendations for responsible use of propofol during its 2009 ASA Annual Meeting in New Orleans, Oct. 19.

The session will discuss ASA’s position on responsible use of propofol; ASA’s position on whether scheduling the medication would help curb abuse; and, ASA’s proposed increases in patient monitoring techniques during specific endoscopic procedures in remote locations.