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Canadian Journal of Anesthesia, Vol 2, 268-272, Copyright © 1955 by Canadian Anesthesiologists' Society

Methyl N-Propyl Ether: A Report of a Clinical Trial

W. D. KYLE M.D.1

1 University Hospital, Edmonton, Alberta

This is a brief report on the use of methyl n-propyl ether in over one hundred and fifty unselected cases undergoing all types of surgery. The agent was used by all available techniques and methods.

Smooth induction or changeover from other agents was noted, with extremely little irritation of the respiratory tract. Maintenance was not difficult and was characterized by quiet respiration, a slow pulse, and consistently excellent muscle relaxation. Cardiovascular depression was not a problem in this series.

The main disadvantage of the agent is its disagreeable odour.

Methyl n-propyl ether appears to have some specific advantages over diethyl ether, and thus deserves a definite but limited place in the practice of anaesthesia.






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