Safety and efficacy of dexmedetomidine sedation for elective fiberoptic bronchoscopy: A comparative study with propofol

Dexmedetomidine and propofol-fentanyl are effective sedatives for patients undergoing flexible fiberoptic bronchoscopy. The sympatholytic and respiratory stability effects of dexmedetomidine make it an attractive and safe alternative for sedation during FOB.