It’s time to stop using nitrous oxide for pediatric mask induction – Diane W. Gordon, Debnath Chatterjee & Forbes McGain
Mask induction of anesthesia for pediatric patients has included the use of nitrous oxide since the inception of pediatric anesthesia. However, the use of nitrous oxide precludes adequate preoxygenation. Additionally, pediatric physiology (less Functional Residual Capacity, higher oxygen consumption), increased risk of laryngospasm and lack [...]