Desflurane,Brain Natriuretic Peptide and Cardiac Surgery

During coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) operations with cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), the use of desflurane continuously or intermittently may have effects on serum brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) levels. The aim is to investigate the association between desflurane, serum BNP values, and clinical outcomes during CABG operations. In a prospective, randomized, double-blinded study, desflurane inhalational anesthesia was administered either continuously or intermittently (Group 1; n=60 versus Group 2; n=62). The preoperative and postoperative BNP levels at 24, 48 and 72 hours after surgery were collected. Outcomes were recorded.