Difficult airway management: is prevent by using routine videolaryngoscopy better than cure?

Jong, Audrey De; Pouzeratte, Y.; Sfara, Thomas; Jaber, Samir

doi:10.21037/atm-22-3883

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“…However, it may not always be possible owing to a poor sonic window, as in our case. Restricted mobility of the cervical spine and suspected difficult intubation mandates the use of a video laryngoscope [ 7 ], a very handy tool. During general anesthesia, intraoperative analgesic requirements can be met with a femoral nerve block [ 8 ].…”

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Anaesthesia Considerations in a Case of Alkaptonuria Posted for Total Knee Arthroplasty

Barde,

Deshmukh,

Laddha

et al. 2024

Cureus

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Alkaptonuria is a rare hereditary condition in which homogentisic acid is deposited in collagenous tissues, leading to blackish discoloration, degenerative changes, restricted mobility, and pain in the affected part. The skeletal system is commonly affected, resulting in the stiffening of the vertebral spine, shoulders, knees, hip joints, and thoracic cage. Additionally, the degenerative process involves heart valves, endocardium, and kidneys, with associated pathophysiological changes. These patients present significant challenges in neuraxial anesthesia, airway management, and postoperative pain relief. In this report, we present the anesthetic management of a case of alkaptonuria undergoing total knee arthroplasty and discuss the encountered difficulties. We conclude that the perioperative anesthesia management of alkaptonuria patients requires thorough planning to effectively address the various challenges associated with the administration of anesthesia.

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confidence: 99%