Xenon: a replacement for nitrous oxide

Effects of xenon anaesthesia on intestinal oxygenation in acutely instrumented pigs †

“…Nevertheless, little is known about its effects on regional haemodynamics, especially effects on intestinal perfusion and oxygenation. [3][4][5][6] Recently the intestinal region has become the subject of growing interest because of its possible function in the development of systemic inflammatory response syndrome, sepsis and multiple organ failure. 4 5 Perioperative hypoperfusion 6 7 and impaired oxygenation of the gut, especially of the intestinal mucosa, are major factors contributing to secondary multi-organ dysfunction, and should be avoided.…”