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Desflurane provides precise control over depth of anesthesia and rapid, predictable recovery, making it a valuable maintenance anesthetic despite its higher direct costs and airway irritant properties.
Desflurane is a valuable inhalational anesthetic with favorable recovery profiles, though cost and environmental impact require mitigation strategies like low-flow anesthesia.
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Desflurane may suit cases prioritizing rapid recovery; leaves open optimal mitigation of costs and environmental impact.
Kapoor et al. (2012) conducted a review in General anesthesia. Desflurane was evaluated. Desflurane provides precise control over depth of anesthesia and rapid, predictable recovery, making it a valuable maintenance anesthetic despite its higher direct costs and airway irritant properties.
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