Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
5884848 Journal of Clinical Anesthesia 2016 5 Pages PDF
Abstract
We report the case of a 17-month-old child who underwent laparotomy under general anesthesia and caudal block. Electrocardiogram ST-T changes were observed after local anesthetic injection. The prompt use of Intralipid 30% was successful in normalizing ECG alterations. Our experience is consistent with previous literature, mainly carried out in adults. Thereby, we conduct a brief review of the subject in pediatrics. As a major conclusion, we strongly recommend the “fast-track” lipid rescue as soon as this severe complication is detected.
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