Anaesthetic Management of Craniosynostosis Repair

  • V Madhu Sree Gokulam Medical College and Research Foundation
  • Sonia M Lal Sree Gokulam Medical College and Research Foundation
Keywords: Craniosynostosis, Air Embolism, Paradoxic Air Embolism

Abstract

Craniosynostosis (craniostenosis) refers to a condition where one or more cranial sutures fuse prematurely leading to focal or global growth delay of the skull. Surgical intervention should be performed early in infancy to prevent the further progression of the deformity and potential complications associated with increased intra-cranial pressure (ICP). A six month old child undergoing Craniostenosis correction developed severe air embolism, and was managed successfully is discussed here.

Author Biographies

V Madhu, Sree Gokulam Medical College and Research Foundation

Associate Professor, Department of Anesthesia

Sonia M Lal, Sree Gokulam Medical College and Research Foundation

Associate Professor, Department of Anesthesia 

Published
2019-12-24
How to Cite
Madhu, V., & Lal, S. (2019). Anaesthetic Management of Craniosynostosis Repair. Kerala Medical Journal, 12(4), 97-99. https://doi.org/10.52314/kmj.2019.v12i4.578
Section
Case Series / Case Report