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Anaesthesia for caesarean section in patients with uncontrolled hyperthyroidism.
1Department of Anaesthesia, University of Toronto, Women's College Hospital, Ontario, Canada.
Summary
Managing hyperthyroidism in pregnant patients undergoing Cesarean delivery is critical. This case series highlights anesthetic strategies and neonatal outcomes for mothers with uncontrolled or poorly managed thyroid disease.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Obstetrics
- Endocrinology
Background:
- Hyperthyroidism during pregnancy presents unique anesthetic challenges.
- Uncontrolled maternal thyroid disease can lead to adverse fetal and neonatal outcomes.
- Cesarean delivery in hyperthyroid patients requires careful preoperative optimization.