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sevoflurane

a halogenated ether inhalation anesthetic.

sevoflurane

Anesthesiology An inhalation anesthetic Pros Pleasant odor–used in children Cons Unstable in soda lime, used in anesthesia circuits to absorb CO₂; may break down to toxic products. See Inhalation anesthetic, Compound A.

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