Induction agent of choice in day care surgery is
(Propofol) 585 - Lee's 13th) (375-KDT6th)* Geneal anaesthesia for day surgery should use agents that are rapidly eliminated and titratable* Most of those in common use are appropriate intravenous propofol or inhalation sevoflurane are both highly suitable for induction of anaesthesia in adults and childrenAdvantages of propofol over Thiopentone1. Rapid and smooth recovery2. Completely eliminated from body in 4 hours so patient is ambulatory early3. Antiemetic4. Antipruritic5. BronchodilatorDisadvantages of Day Surgery* Where day surgery is not well established, it may promote an over cautions attitude* May encourage poor management of operating list order* Surplus overnight capacity can attract emergency out liers and block beds* Antisocial hours may deter - day care nursing staff
Ketamine
Propofol
Methohexitone
Thiopentone sodium
Anaesthesia