Remifentanil Target Controlled Infusion Versus Standard of Care for Conscious Sedation During EBUS-TBNA

REMI-TCI administration begun 5 minutes before the procedure, starting from an initial target at the effect site of 1 ng/ml and gradually increasing by 0.5 ng/ml until reaching an adequate level of sedation (Ramsey score between 2-3).

Bolus administration of midazolam (1-2 mg)and/or until a Ramsey score 2-3 was reached

Bolus adminitration of fentanyl (50-100 mcg) until a Ramsey score 2-3 was reached

Bolus adminitration of propofol until a Ramsey score 2-3 was reached