Towards sustainability of volatile anaesthetics: capture and beyond

IF 9.1 1区医学 Q1 ANESTHESIOLOGY

British journal of anaesthesia Pub Date : 2024-10-04 DOI:10.1016/j.bja.2024.08.022

Lukas M. Müller-Wirtz , Thomas Volk , Andreas Meiser

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Abstract

The first measures to reduce the environmental harm from volatile anaesthetics are implementation of minimal fresh gas flow strategies and avoidance of desflurane. Although anaesthetic waste gas capture systems generally exert high capturing efficiencies, only about half of volatile anaesthetics used in the operating room are accessible for capture. Industry-sponsored reports promise a reduction of the global warming potential by both incineration and recycling of captured volatile anaesthetics. However, independent high-quality peer-reviewed studies are needed to confirm these findings.

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实现挥发性麻醉剂的可持续性：捕获与超越。

减少挥发性麻醉剂对环境危害的首要措施是实施最小新鲜气体流量策略和避免使用地氟醚。尽管麻醉废气捕获系统的捕获效率通常很高，但手术室中使用的挥发性麻醉剂中只有约一半可以被捕获。行业赞助的报告承诺，通过焚烧和回收利用捕获的挥发性麻醉剂，可降低全球变暖潜能值。然而，需要独立的高质量同行评审研究来证实这些发现。

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来源期刊

British journal of anaesthesia 医学-麻醉学

CiteScore

13.50

自引率

7.10%

发文量

488

审稿时长

27 days

期刊介绍： The British Journal of Anaesthesia (BJA) is a prestigious publication that covers a wide range of topics in anaesthesia, critical care medicine, pain medicine, and perioperative medicine. It aims to disseminate high-impact original research, spanning fundamental, translational, and clinical sciences, as well as clinical practice, technology, education, and training. Additionally, the journal features review articles, notable case reports, correspondence, and special articles that appeal to a broader audience. The BJA is proudly associated with The Royal College of Anaesthetists, The College of Anaesthesiologists of Ireland, and The Hong Kong College of Anaesthesiologists. This partnership provides members of these esteemed institutions with access to not only the BJA but also its sister publication, BJA Education. It is essential to note that both journals maintain their editorial independence. Overall, the BJA offers a diverse and comprehensive platform for anaesthetists, critical care physicians, pain specialists, and perioperative medicine practitioners to contribute and stay updated with the latest advancements in their respective fields.