"Anesthesia mumps" after electroconvulsive therapy anesthesia.

Area of Science:

• Anesthesiology
• Otolaryngology

Background:

• Acute transient swelling of the parotid gland associated with anesthesia is termed anesthesia mumps.
• This condition is typically self-limiting and resolves without sequelae.

Observation:

• A patient developed acute bilateral parotid swelling.
• The swelling occurred post-anesthesia during electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).

Findings:

• The case presents a rare instance of anesthesia mumps.
• Bilateral parotid gland enlargement was observed after ECT.

Implications:

• This report expands the understanding of anesthesia mumps.
• Awareness of this potential complication is crucial for clinicians managing patients undergoing ECT.