Anesthetic management using desflurane and nitrous oxide in a child with non-ketotic hyperglycinemia: a case report

This case suggests that desflurane, with its favorable pharmacological profile, may offer a superior alternative to sevoflurane for anesthetic management in NKH patients, particularly those with a history of delayed emergence. The observed EEG suppression may indicate heightened sensitivity to anesthetics in NKH, highlighting the need for tailored anesthetic strategies in this population.