Rapid inhalation induction in children: a comparative study between 8% sevoflurane and 5% halothane

ABSTRACT

In a randomized study, the induction characteristics of maximum initial inspired concentration of 8% sevoflurane and 5% halothane was compared using conventional vaporizers in children aged 3-7 years. It was found that sevoflurane had significantly a shorter mean loss of consciousness time compared with halothane and it had also a shorter mean end of induction time compared with halothane. A small number of complications was noted in both groups, although none interfered with the induction of anesthesia. It was concluded that with this technique, induction was rapid in both groups, but it was more faster with sevoflurane than with halothane with a less respiratory cardiovascular effects and with less struggling scores, which made the inhalation induction with sevoflurane more pleasant than with halothane