title: [Danger in tipping of anesthetic vaporizers].
abstract: Tipping or agitating a loaded anaesthetic vaporizer may lead to subsequent delivery of an uncontrolled, potentially lethal concentration of anaesthetic vapour to the patient. Cardiovascular collapse may ensue. Prompt recognition of the situation and correct handling is essential to prevent a fatal outcome. The practice of swapping vaporizers equipped with quick-change mounting systems has revived this hazard. Recommendations are outlined for handling vaporizers.
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Sjølie
mesh_terms: D000769:Anesthesia, Inhalation / Q000295:instrumentation*; D000777:Anesthetics / Q000506:poisoning*; D006801:Humans; D009330:Nebulizers and Vaporizers / Q000009:adverse effects*; D012307:Risk Factors
chemical_list: D000777:Anesthetics
vernacular_title: Fare ved krengning av anestesimiddelfordampere.