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1Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wales Hospital, Shatin, New Territories, Hong Kong, China.
Abstract:
Larsen syndrome is a rare congenital connective tissue disorder which is characterized by multiple dislocations of major joints, typical facial appearance, cervical spine narrowing and instability and respiratory difficulties secondary to laryngotracheomalacia. A case of general anaesthesia for laparoscopic hernia repair in a male child aged 16 months with this syndrome is presented. Anaesthesia was well tolerated though intubation proved difficult. Cervical spine instability and postoperative respiratory complications are potential problems.
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