Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4171433 | Paediatric Respiratory Reviews | 2011 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
SummaryThe prevalence of obesity in the paediatric population is increasing worldwide. As a result, more and more children will present for anaesthetic care for surgery and other procedures. This review aims to provide some recent information regarding the anaesthetic management of the obese child. Unfortunately, there is little evidence on which to base our clinical care of these children and what information is available is often extrapolated from adult practice. Further prospective studies are required, with careful attention to definitions and terminology, so that populations can be compared and appropriate conclusions drawn.
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Authors
David Baines,