Which of the following inhalational agents, is the induction agent of choice in children?
Isoflurane
Desflurane
Sevoflurane
Methoxyflurane
Sevoflurane is considered to be the inhalational induction agent of choice in children, since it has a pleasant, faster, and smooth induction with no significant systemic toxicity. Other drugs which can be used in children are are a mixture of oxygen and nitrous oxide or halothane. Ref: Synopsis of Pediatric Emergency Medicine By Gary Robe Fleisher, 4th Edition, Page 34; Textbook of Anesthesia for Postgraduates By T. K. Agasti, Page 799.