European journal of anaesthesiology
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The end-tidal desflurane concentration required for smooth removal of the laryngeal mask airway (LMA) has not been established. Therefore, we aimed to find the end-tidal desflurane concentration for safe, smooth, and uncomplicated LMA removal. ⋯ The EC95 of end-tidal desflurane for the smooth removal of the LMA is 3.9%. LMA removal in adults receiving desflurane may be possible at approximately 0.7 minimum alveolar concentration.