Do Etomidate and Propofol Increase Mortality in the Critically Ill?

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Both etomidate and propofol are commonly used sedative agents in critically ill patients.  Recent literature has suggested that these agents may result in increased harm and mortality.  In this podcast, we discuss the most recent two systematic reviews and meta-analyses that evaluated etomidate and propofol in critically ill patients.  Do we need to change our practice?