Isoflurane, but not Halothane, Induces Protection of Human Myocardium via Adenosine A1Receptors and Adenosine Triphosphate–sensitive Potassium Channels

Abstract

This study demonstrates the cardioprotective effects of isoflurane in contrast to the effects of halothane. Furthermore, A1 receptors and KATP channels seem to mediate the beneficial effects of anoxia and isoflurane in human myocardium.