Desflurane

Desflurane Vaporizer

Desflurane is a potent inhalational anesthetic prized for its rapid emergence due to low blood solubility (MAC 6-7%). Ideal for outpatient surgery and fast wake-up needs. Requires a special heated vaporizer. Pungent and irritating, it’s contraindicated for inhalational induction. Minimal metabolism offers low toxicity risk. Key for anesthesia efficiency.

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Sevoflurane

Introduction Formulation Mechanism of Action Uses & Indications Dosage Induction Pharmacokinetics Pharmacodynamics Contraindications Key Advantages Potential Drawbacks Clinical Pearls Introduction Sevoflurane is a fluorinated methyl isopropyl ether and is one of the most commonly used volatile anesthetic agents worldwide. Its key clinical points are its non-pungent odor and low blood-gas…

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Anesthetic Emergencies

Of course, this is a critical topic yet teaching our future physicians and anesthesiologists to anticipate, recognize, and manage anesthetic emergencies is paramount to patient safety. Here is a structured list of anesthesia emergencies. We have organized them by the physiological system or phase of care, which is a logical…

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Divine Debut of Anesthesia?

religious scriptures and anesthesia

The scriptures of major religions do not explicitly describe the use of modern anesthesia, as the concept and technology of anesthesia are relatively recent developments in human history. However, there are instances in religious texts that describe states of deep sleep, unconsciousness, or divinely induced trances that could be interpreted…

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Anesthesia Techniques

Anesthesiologists employ various techniques and medications to administer anesthesia, tailoring their approach based on the patient’s medical condition, the nature of the surgery, and the desired depth of anesthesia. The primary goal is to induce a state of unconsciousness or analgesia (pain relief) while maintaining physiological stability. Here are some…

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