Hangman's fracture in a paediatric patient: considerations for anaesthesia

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作者
Zanette, G
Ori, C
Zadra, N
Giusti, F
Pittoni, G
机构
[1] Anaesthiol. and Intensive Care Inst., University of Padua, 35121 Padova
来源
PAEDIATRIC ANAESTHESIA | 1997年 / 7卷 / 06期
关键词
airway; cervical spine; birth trauma; sedation; spontaneous ventilation;
D O I
10.1046/j.1460-9592.1997.d01-119.x
中图分类号
R614 [麻醉学];
学科分类号
100217 ;
摘要
Cervical spine injuries are quite uncommon in children. When occurring, these lesions are of particular concern for the anaesthesiologist. This case refers to an hangman's fracture diagnosed in a four-month-old female infant, which probably occurred at birth. We describe the anaesthetic management adopted in this infant undergoing diagnostic procedures and conservative treatment. The problems related to airway control and the anaesthetic management utilized to diagnose and treat this unusual paediatric pathology are highlighted.
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页码:473 / 475
页数:3
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