Pediatric laryngospasm

Authors: HAMPSON-EVANS, DARRYL¹; MORGAN, PATRICK²; FARRAR, MARK¹

Source: Paediatric Anaesthesia, Volume 18, Number 4, April 2008 , pp. 303-307(5)

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Abstract:

Summary

Pediatric laryngospasm is an anesthetic emergency. It is a relatively common phenomenon that occurs with varying frequency dependent on multiple factors. In view of this and the clear risks to the patient when it occurs, a consensus committee has been established to determine the evidence based management of this condition. This article will cover the definition, causes and recognition of laryngospasm and the evidence behind a proposed algorithm for its' management.

Keywords: pediatric; laryngospasm; algorithm

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1460-9592.2008.02446.x

Affiliations: 1: Consultant in Anaesthesia, St. George's Hospital, London, UK 2: Specialist Registrar in Anaesthesia, Anaesthetic Department, St. George's Hospital, London, UK

Publication date: 2008-04-01