A model called "Target-controlled infusion"(TCI), built from massive pharmacokinetic samples of propofol, could now give precise pharmacokinetic control. Several pharmacokinetic models built-in in TCI, includes the Schnider model which use concentration of effect site (Ce, the propofol concentration in the brain) as the sedative guide. The model integrates individual variants of age, height, weight and gender to calculate the infusion profile to achieve predetermined steady "target effect site concentration" (Cet). Because of the unique consideration of individual pharmacokinetic variants and Ce targeting, TCI provides predictable sedative level and is suitable for procedures requiring narrowing therapeutic level. Beside general anesthesia, TCI has been applied in breast biopsy, upper gastrointestinal endoscopic ultrasound and endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography at outpatient clinic. According to these evidences, there is potential role of TCI in bronchoscopic sedation.