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SummaryAngelman syndrome is a complex genetic condition involving abnormalities of chromosome 15 in the majority of cases. These defects involve a gene encoding an ubiquitin protein ligase and may be associated with abnormal γ‐aminobutyric acid (GABA)A receptor subunits. Angelman syndrome may have profound implications for anaesthesia: potential exists for airway difficulties; refractory bradyarrythmias; and pharmacodynamic unpredictability. A case of an adult with Angelman syndrome undergoing dental work under general anaesthesia is presented. Induction and maintenance of anaesthesia was unremarkable but emergence was complicated by generalised muscular hypertonia and temporary respiratory embarrassment which resolved spontaneously.

The effects of COVID-19 on hip fracture management and mortality in a regional trauma centre Older patients and those with comorbidities have worse outcomes from both hip fracture and COVID-19. Furthermore, testing positive for COVID-19 can increase mortality for any surgical procedure [1]. In anticipation of the initial COVID-19 surge, theatre staff were re-allocated in

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