What are “non-triggering” agents or alternative anesthesia techniques?
Simply put: any anesthesia agent that is not a trigger agent. A few of the most commonly used are: propofol, thiopental, nitrous oxide, fentanyl, midazolam, vecuronium, and many others. Alternative techniques avoid general anesthesia and trigger agents. Examples include: spinal & epidural anesthesia, nerve blocks and local anesthetics.
