A case of persistent bronchospasm after anesthesia induction
Journal: The Greek E-Journal of Perioperative Medicine (Vol.17, No. b)Publication Date: 2017-11-01
Authors : Stergiouda Z Gkiouliava A Koraki E Zarzava E Trikoupi A;
Page : 61-74
Keywords : airway; anesthesia; bronchospasm; hyperreactive; perioperative;
Abstract
We report a case of persistent bronchospasm after anesthesia induction. The case refers to an elective surgery of an ulcerous formation in the intergluteal cleft. Bronchospasm is not an unusual event in the immediate intubation period, especially in patients with respiratory disease, but in most cases resolves uneventfully. In this patient, despite thorough treatment in the operation room, ausculatory findings remained unchanged, with progressive worsening of arterial blood gases. After this event, the surgery was postponed and the patient was transferred to the ICU for further management. In this article we describe the steps that were taken in order to manage this adverse event and ensure patient's safety and successful outcome.
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