Bartoc, Cristian A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study assessing the anti-inflammatory effects of ketamine in cardiac surgical patients. [electronic resource] - Journal of cardiothoracic and vascular anesthesia Apr 2006 - 217-22 p. digital Publication Type: Journal Article; Randomized Controlled Trial; Retracted Publication ISSN: 1053-0770 Standard No.: 10.1053/j.jvca.2005.12.005 doi Subjects--Topical Terms: AgedBiomarkers--bloodC-Reactive Protein--metabolismCardiac Surgical Procedures--methodsCardiopulmonary BypassDose-Response Relationship, DrugDouble-Blind MethodExcitatory Amino Acid Antagonists--administration & dosageFemaleFollow-Up StudiesHumansInflammation--bloodInterleukin-10--bloodInterleukin-6--bloodInterleukin-8--bloodKetamine--administration & dosageMalePostoperative ComplicationsPrognosisProspective StudiesVasodilation--drug effects