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Why must I mention malignant hyperthermia before sevoflurane?

Name: Why must I mention malignant hyperthermia before sevoflurane?
Published: 2026-08-21T20:24:25.854Z

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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Sevoflurane can trigger this rare, life-threatening reaction in genetically susceptible people, so personal and family anaesthetic histories are important.

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