Does Ketamine Slow the Heart?
Does Ketamine Slow the Heart? Ketamine doesn’t typically slow the heart; rather, it increases heart rate through stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system. This increase, often observed as a transient tachycardic response, is dependent on dosage and administration method. Additionally, ketamine maintains myocardial contractility, thereby preserving cardiac output, which can be particularly beneficial in patients with compromised cardiac function. […]
