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[Severe asthmatic crisis in children].

A R Alvarez, F R Shardonofsky

    Boletin Medico Del Hospital Infantil De Mexico
    |April 1, 1989
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study on acute severe asthma (ASA) in children found that monitoring arterial gases and expiratory flow is crucial. Normalizing these parameters is key for safe discharge and preventing readmission.

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    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Pulmonology
    • Critical Care Medicine

    Context:

    • Acute severe asthma (ASA) in children presents significant management challenges.
    • Mechanical ventilation (MV) is often required for severe cases.
    • Understanding clinical and laboratory features is vital for effective treatment.

    Purpose:

    • To evaluate the clinical and laboratory features of pediatric acute severe asthma (ASA).
    • To assess the outcomes of mechanical ventilation (MV) in children with ASA.
    • To identify critical parameters for monitoring and discharge criteria.

    Summary:

    • Retrospective study of 20 ASA episodes in children with hypercapnia (HC), loss of consciousness (LC), or severe non-reversible bronchial obstruction (NRBO).
    • Ten patients required MV due to HC, LC, seizures, or cardiac arrest; one patient died.
    • Complications of MV included pneumothorax, atelectasis, and pneumonia. Arterial gases and expiratory flow measurements are essential for monitoring and guiding discharge.

    Impact:

    • Highlights the importance of arterial blood gases and forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) for managing pediatric ASA.
    • Suggests normalization of these parameters as essential criteria for patient discharge.
    • Informs clinical practice regarding the monitoring and management of children with severe asthma exacerbations.

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