Uses Cocaine (benzoylmethylecgonine) is a commonly abused stimulant drug isolated from leaves of the coca plant ( Erythroxylon coca ). Administered IV, to mucosa, “snorted,” or smoked (“crack”); lipophilic and crosses BBB. Extremely addictive; 5 million Americans are regular users…
Risk NF-1 birth incidence: 1:3000 NF-2 birth incidence: 1:25,000 Schwannomatosis incidence: 1:40,000 Perioperative Risks Depend on tumor extent and location Worry About Difficult intubation Intraop Htn Intraop tachycardia Overview NF-1, formerly known as von Recklinghausen disease, is a relatively common,…
INTEREST IN CHILDREN'S PERIOPERATIVE behavior has increased dramatically over the past 20 years. Specifically, the recognition of the importance of developmental factors in perioperative research has created a dramatic growth of investigation in this area. In this chapter, we discuss…
Case Synopsis A 4-year-old boy presents for inguinal hernia repair. In the preoperative holding area, he appears scared and agitated and refuses to leave his mother’s lap. On separation, he cries and tries to escape from the anesthesiologist. One week…