Which of the following is not true about Xenon anaesthesia –: (A) Non explosive, (B) Minimal cardiovascular side effects, (C) Slow induction and slow recovery, (D) Low blood gas solubility
Answer is C. Advantages of xenon : Inert, Minimal cardiovascular effects, nonexplosive, Rapid induction & recovery, Environmental friendly, does not trigger malignant hyperthermia.
Disadvantages of xenon : High cost, low potency, No commercially available anaesthesia equipment.