Comparison of Recovery Characteristics of Sevoflurane and Halothane in Children Undergoing Adenotonsillectomy

Objective: To compare recovery characteristics of sevoflurane and halothane anaesthesia in children. Patients and Methods: A total of 80 children aged 3-8 years presenting for elective adenotonsillectomy. Children divided into two groups: Group I: In which received sevoflurane anaesthesia. Group II: In which received halothane anaesthesia. Results: The mean time of emergence and time of interaction after surgery was significantly shorter in group I than group II. The time taken to be ready for discharge from recovery room to the ward was also significantly shorter in group I than group II. Conclusion: Recovery is significantly faster with sevoflurane than with halothane anaesthesia.