The most common spinal pathology seen in the obstetric population is lumbar disc herniation. There is currently no literature documenting the safety of performing an epidural blood patch on obstetric patients with und...The most common spinal pathology seen in the obstetric population is lumbar disc herniation. There is currently no literature documenting the safety of performing an epidural blood patch on obstetric patients with underlying spinal pathology. We present a case of a patient with known severe lumbar spinal stenosis with compressive radiculopathy who received a successful epidural blood patch without worsening her underlying neurologic symptoms. Epidural blood patches can be safely performed in this patient population. However, the anesthesiologist should be aware of the risk of potentially worsening preexisting neurological deficits. Thus, we advise caution prior to placing an epidural blood patch on these patients. The risks and benefits of the procedure should be carefully weighed and considered. It is important to have a thorough discussion with the patient regarding the risks of an epidural blood patch prior to performing the procedure.展开更多
Johanson-Blizzard syndrome (JBS) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by multiple craniofacial abnormalities, intellectual disability, sensorineural hearing loss, pancreatic exocrine insufficiency, and involvement...Johanson-Blizzard syndrome (JBS) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by multiple craniofacial abnormalities, intellectual disability, sensorineural hearing loss, pancreatic exocrine insufficiency, and involvement of other organ systems to varying degrees. Patients with JBS may require surgical intervention to address the underlying phenotypic abnormalities. The many craniofacial abnormalities found in patients with JBS are a concern for the anesthesiologist. We present the case of an adult patient with JBS who is undergoing implantation of a leadless pacemaker. Considering the many cardiac and craniofacial abnormalities in these patients, the anesthesiologist should order diagnostic tests such as echocardiography to assess cardiac function, as well as be prepared to perform advanced airway techniques for difficult airways. The anesthetic provider should be aware of the varied phenotypic expression of JBS and should individualize the anesthetic plan to each patient. Prior medical literature on the anesthetic management of these patients is scarce and limited to pediatric patients. This is the first case report addressing anesthetic concerns in an adult patient with JBS.展开更多
Moyamoya disease (MD) is a chronic idiopathic vasculopathy characterized by bilateral stenosis of the distal internal carotid arteries (ICA’s) with subsequent formation of abnormal collateral vessels. The underlying ...Moyamoya disease (MD) is a chronic idiopathic vasculopathy characterized by bilateral stenosis of the distal internal carotid arteries (ICA’s) with subsequent formation of abnormal collateral vessels. The underlying etiology is unknown [1]. Patients with MD are predisposed to intracranial hemorrhage or cerebral ischemia given the fragile nature of the collateral circulation. Although there is no curative treatment for MD, there are surgical palliative procedures that can augment cerebral blood flow to areas of impaired perfusion and circumvent the abnormal collateral circulation. Medical management exists for patients who are not surgical candidates. Because the incidence of MD peaks during the second and third decades of life, it can potentially affect women of childbearing age [2]. However, the optimal anesthetic and obstetric management of the parturient with MD remains controversial. We present a case of a primigravida with a history of MD who underwent intracranial bypass grafting prior to conception and subsequently had a successful cesarean delivery that was complicated by transient ischemic attacks (TIA) in the postpartum period.展开更多
文摘The most common spinal pathology seen in the obstetric population is lumbar disc herniation. There is currently no literature documenting the safety of performing an epidural blood patch on obstetric patients with underlying spinal pathology. We present a case of a patient with known severe lumbar spinal stenosis with compressive radiculopathy who received a successful epidural blood patch without worsening her underlying neurologic symptoms. Epidural blood patches can be safely performed in this patient population. However, the anesthesiologist should be aware of the risk of potentially worsening preexisting neurological deficits. Thus, we advise caution prior to placing an epidural blood patch on these patients. The risks and benefits of the procedure should be carefully weighed and considered. It is important to have a thorough discussion with the patient regarding the risks of an epidural blood patch prior to performing the procedure.
文摘Johanson-Blizzard syndrome (JBS) is a rare genetic disorder characterized by multiple craniofacial abnormalities, intellectual disability, sensorineural hearing loss, pancreatic exocrine insufficiency, and involvement of other organ systems to varying degrees. Patients with JBS may require surgical intervention to address the underlying phenotypic abnormalities. The many craniofacial abnormalities found in patients with JBS are a concern for the anesthesiologist. We present the case of an adult patient with JBS who is undergoing implantation of a leadless pacemaker. Considering the many cardiac and craniofacial abnormalities in these patients, the anesthesiologist should order diagnostic tests such as echocardiography to assess cardiac function, as well as be prepared to perform advanced airway techniques for difficult airways. The anesthetic provider should be aware of the varied phenotypic expression of JBS and should individualize the anesthetic plan to each patient. Prior medical literature on the anesthetic management of these patients is scarce and limited to pediatric patients. This is the first case report addressing anesthetic concerns in an adult patient with JBS.
文摘Moyamoya disease (MD) is a chronic idiopathic vasculopathy characterized by bilateral stenosis of the distal internal carotid arteries (ICA’s) with subsequent formation of abnormal collateral vessels. The underlying etiology is unknown [1]. Patients with MD are predisposed to intracranial hemorrhage or cerebral ischemia given the fragile nature of the collateral circulation. Although there is no curative treatment for MD, there are surgical palliative procedures that can augment cerebral blood flow to areas of impaired perfusion and circumvent the abnormal collateral circulation. Medical management exists for patients who are not surgical candidates. Because the incidence of MD peaks during the second and third decades of life, it can potentially affect women of childbearing age [2]. However, the optimal anesthetic and obstetric management of the parturient with MD remains controversial. We present a case of a primigravida with a history of MD who underwent intracranial bypass grafting prior to conception and subsequently had a successful cesarean delivery that was complicated by transient ischemic attacks (TIA) in the postpartum period.
