Abstract This chapter, reviews thoracic surgery for a host of pathologies in children. The author discusses commonly encountered pediatric congenital lung tumors (i.e.. Congenital lobar emphysema and Congenital Cystic Adenomatous…
Abstract In this chapter, the critical topic of congenital diaphragmatic hernia is reviewed. The diagnosis and pathophysiology are discussed in relation to organ systems effected and prognostic factors. The author…
Abstract In this chapter, the authors discuss the issues related to post-operative neonatal apnea with an example of an infant hernia repair. Neonatal apnea, its etiology and associated risk factors…
Abstract This chapter provides a review of anesthetic considerations for children with pyloric stenosis. The disease presentation, genetics and risk factors for pyloric stenosis are presented. The chapter provides detailed…
Abstract This chapter, provides an overview of the care and evaluation of pediatric trauma patients. The author presents the classification and evaluation of the trauma patient through the primary and…
Abstract This chapter, reviews burns management in children. The authors discuss the various types of burns in children and the impact on management. The authors review burn classification, penetration and…
Abstract This chapter provides a brief review of Spinal muscular atrophy and its three subtypes. The newly available treatment Nusinersen, (Spinraza) is discussed as are the anesthetic concerns related to…
Abstract In this chapter on hematology and transfusion, the author reviews commonly encountered perioperative disorders such as hemoglobinopathies, G6PD, Sickle Cell Disease, von Willebrand Disease and Hemophilia. Pediatric transfusion of…
Abstract This chapter provides a brief review of anesthetic considerations present in patients with suspected and diagnosed muscular dystrophy. The disease presentation, genetics and clinical manifestations are considered. The chapter…
Abstract This chapter provides a review of malignant hyperthermia. The author discusses the considerations related to intraoperative hyperthermia. The differential diagnosis of severe perioperative hyperthermia is considered including thyroid storm…
