Anaesthetic Management in a Patient with Multiple Sclerosis
Author Information
Author(s): Lata M Kulkarni, CS Sanikop, HL Shilpa, Anupama Vinayan
Primary Institution: KLE University’s Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College & KLES Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital
Conclusion
The anaesthetic management of a patient with multiple sclerosis undergoing surgery can be safely conducted with careful monitoring and appropriate techniques.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a history of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis and was undergoing surgery for a femur fracture.
- Monitoring included oxygen saturation, ECG, and temperature to ensure patient safety during anaesthesia.
- Postoperative care involved monitoring for any neurological exacerbations, which did not occur in this case.
Takeaway
This study shows how doctors can safely put a patient with multiple sclerosis to sleep for surgery without making their condition worse.
Methodology
Case report detailing the anaesthetic management of a 16-year-old boy with multiple sclerosis undergoing surgery.
Limitations
The findings are based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
One 16-year-old male patient with a history of multiple sclerosis.
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