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Episode 254: Keywords Part 22: Dystrophies and Trisomy 21

Anesthesia and Critical Care Reviews and Commentary (ACCRAC) Podcast

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Anesthesia Management in Pediatric Trisomy 21 Patients

This chapter delves into the complex considerations and treatment options for pediatric patients with trisomy 21 undergoing medical procedures, emphasizing bradycardia management, inotropic use, and advanced anesthesia testing questions. It highlights the vulnerability of patients with trisomy 21 to congenital heart disease, smaller trachea, and cervical spine instability, while noting their resistance to malignant hyperthermia.

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