A Comparative Study between Propofol-fentanyl versus Propofol-suxamethonium for Ease of Endotracheal Intubation in Children.

Background: Following propofol induction, suxamethonium tremendously improves intubating conditions in children and has been the gold standard agent for this purpose. However, suxamethonium could be absolutely contraindicated in some patients. Fentanyl, a short acting opioid, has been investigated as a suitable alternative with varying results.