| Reasons | Frequency (%) |
| Poorly functioning scavenging system | 20 (28.2%) |
| Use of paediatric Ayres T-Piece | 20 (28.2%) |
| Leakage from breathing circuit | 17 (24.0%) |
| Leakage from anaesthetic machine | 15 (21.1%) |
| Lack of scavenging system | 13 (18.3%) |
| Improper fitting facemask | 7 (9.8%) |
| High flow anaesthesia | 1 (1.4%) |