Anaesthetic challenges in a patient with Klippel–Feil syndrome scheduled for panendoscopy and biopsy

Klippel–Feil syndrome is one of the congenital causes of difficult airway. It is characterised by a classic triad of a short neck, restricted cervical spine movement, and a low posterior hairline, which can pose a significant challenge to the anaesthetist during airway management. A case of Klippel...

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Veröffentlicht in:Southern African journal of anaesthesia and analgesia 2018-03, Vol.24 (2), p.60-62
Hauptverfasser: Enohumah, K.O., Chitnis, A.
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Sprache:eng
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Zusammenfassung:Klippel–Feil syndrome is one of the congenital causes of difficult airway. It is characterised by a classic triad of a short neck, restricted cervical spine movement, and a low posterior hairline, which can pose a significant challenge to the anaesthetist during airway management. A case of Klippel Feil Syndrome type 2 with associated Sprengel’s deformity for panendoscopy under general anaesthesia is presented. The anaesthetic considerations in the management of this patient are also discussed.
ISSN:2220-1181
2220-1173
DOI:10.1080/22201181.2018.1438555