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An unexpected difficult laryngoscopy.

D A H De Beer1, D G Williams, A Mackersie

  • 1Department of Anaesthesia, Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children, London, UK.

Paediatric Anaesthesia
|October 3, 2002
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Difficult laryngoscopy occurred unexpectedly in a 30-month-old girl with hydrocephalus and hypertonus. A temporalis muscle contracture was the likely cause, managed with a laryngeal mask airway.

Area of Science:

  • Anesthesiology
  • Pediatric Anesthesia
  • Airway Management

Background:

  • A 30-month-old girl with gross hydrocephalus and generalized hypertonus presented for anesthesia.
  • The patient had a history of two recent, uneventful anesthetic procedures without prior airway difficulties.

Observation:

  • An unexpected difficult laryngoscopy was encountered during the procedure.
  • Inability to open the patient's mouth was noted, which was unusual given her history.

Findings:

  • The difficult laryngoscopy was attributed to a suspected contracture of the temporalis muscle.
  • The patient's condition was successfully managed using a laryngeal mask airway (LMA) with controlled ventilation.

Implications:

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  • This case highlights the potential for unexpected airway challenges in pediatric patients with neurological conditions.
  • Awareness of potential temporalis muscle contracture is crucial for managing difficult airways in similar cases.
  • Laryngeal mask airway use can be a viable alternative in managing difficult pediatric airways.