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Hx x 2 of generalized tonic/clonic seizure/laryngeal spasm during induction w sevoflurane.what are alternatives to volatile gases for maintaining ga ?

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IV agents: Propofol, narcotics and paralytic agents could be used.

Dr Iwata and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/21/2014

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Skills: Laryngospasm can be accidental due to cumulative effects of multiple events at the same time and may be anesthesia provider experience. Propofol, remifentanyl can be used for maintenance of anesthesia without anesthetic gas.

Answered 4/5/2014

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