Open AccessComparison of inhalational vital capacity induction with sevoflurane to intravenous induction with propofol for insertion of laryngeal mask airway in adults: A randomized study
Author(s) -
Vinaya Udaybhaskar,
Amol Singam,
Himanshu Dodeja,
Karuna Taksande
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
al-banǧ. maqālāt wa abḥāṯ fī al-taẖdīr wa-al-in’āš
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 0259-1162
DOI - 10.4103/aer.aer_193_17
Subject(s) - sevoflurane , propofol , medicine , anesthesia , laryngeal mask airway , hemodynamics , airway , apnea , heart rate , inhalation , blood pressure
Since the development of laryngeal mask airway (LMA) by Dr. Brain, it is extensively used for airway management; satisfactory insertion of LMA requires administration of an induction agent and suppression of airway reflexes. Among intravenous agents, propofol has been the drug of choice in view of better safety profile, relaxation and depression of upper airway reflexes. Sevoflurane on the other hand, with pleasant odor, nonirritating to the airways and with bronchodilator property are best among the volatile induction agents. While it is true both propofol and sevoflurane have their merits, still both have certain limitations. We aimed to compare the quality and ease of LMA insertion, hemodynamic changes, and complications with inhalation of 8% sevoflurane vital capacity breath and propofol.