Conclusion
The characteristics of the available intravenous and inhaled anesthetic agents vary. The choice of an agent depends on whether use is for induction or maintenance of anesthesia and which characteristics are most desired.
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Reprint Address
Supported by an unrestricted educational grant from Baxter Healthcare Corporation. Dr. Golembiewski received an honorarium for participating in the presentation.
Edmond I. Eger, II, M.D., 455 Medical Sciences, P.O. Box 0464, San Francisco, CA 94143-0464 (EgerE@anesthesia.ucsf.edu).
Am J Health Syst Pharm. 2004;61(20) © 2004 American Society of Health-System Pharmacists
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