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Perioperative care of pediatric anesthesia for children with suspected or confirmed COVID-19

Talal Al Juhani1, Nezar Al Zughaibi1, Ahmad Haroun1

  • 1Department of Pediatric Anesthesia, Ministry of National Guard - Health Affairs, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Journal of Anaesthesia
|September 16, 2020
PubMed

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This review outlines a protocol for managing pediatric patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. It provides essential recommendations for anesthesia departments to ensure safe perioperative care for children.

Area of Science:

  • Anesthesiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • The global spread of COVID-19 necessitates robust healthcare protocols.
  • Organized, written guidelines are crucial for managing highly contagious viral infections.
  • Pediatric anesthesia departments require specific strategies for perioperative care during pandemics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present a detailed protocol for the pediatric anesthesia department.
  • To offer recommendations for managing children undergoing anesthesia during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • To prepare for perioperative care of confirmed or suspected COVID-19 pediatric cases.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a comprehensive perioperative management protocol.
  • Review of existing literature and guidelines for COVID-19 patient care.
  • Adaptation of protocols for the specific needs of pediatric anesthesia.

Main Results:

  • A structured protocol for pediatric anesthesia in the context of COVID-19.
  • Recommendations addressing patient screening, anesthetic techniques, and post-operative care.
  • Guidelines for infection control and staff safety within the department.

Conclusions:

  • The established protocol enhances the safe management of pediatric patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Standardized recommendations are vital for minimizing viral transmission risks.
  • Proactive planning ensures preparedness for infectious disease outbreaks in perioperative settings.

Keywords:
AirwayCOVID-19pediatric anesthesiaperioperative

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