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Volatile halogenated gases and nitrous oxide in balanced general anesthesia may contribute to global warming, whereas regional anesthesia may reduce greenhouse gas emissions by avoiding these agents.
Does regional anesthesia reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared to general anesthesia with volatile gases?
Does regional anesthesia reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared to general anesthesia with volatile gases?
Regional anesthesia may offer environmental benefits by reducing the emission of greenhouse gases associated with volatile general anesthetics.
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Regional anesthesia may lower emissions; leaves open whether adoption yields meaningful climate or practice impact.
Volatile halogenated gases and nitrous oxide used as part of a balanced general anesthetic may contribute to global warming. By avoiding volatile inhalational agent use, regional anesthesia may reduce greenhouse gas emissions and help prevent global warming. We present a theoretical calculation of the potential benefits and a real-life example of how much regional anesthesia may reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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