Anaesthesia – MCQ 17 – Anaesthetic is contraindicated in a patient with raised intracranial pressure

Which of the following drugs is contraindicated in a patient with raised intracranial pressure?
a) Thiopentone
b) Propofol
c) Midazolarn
d) Ketamine

Correct answer : d) Ketamine

Ketamine increases cerebral blood flow and intracranial pressure. Hence it is contraindicated in patients with increased intracranial pressure.

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