Conscious Sedation With Sevoflurane

Abstract

Sevoflurane has may advantageous properties that make it a suitable choice for sedation in many patients, either alone or in conjunction with other agents. There is some evidence to suggest that it has amnesic and some analgesic properties that improve patient compliance and comfort. In the theatre environment where the equipment and monitoring is available this is a technique that should be considered alongside the use of propofol, midazolam or other sedative agents.