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Manuela Jaramillo Arias1, Nikhil Kulkarni1, Anh Le2
1Department of Anesthesiology, Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine, Miami, USA.
Cureus
|April 8, 2024
Summary
Vector-borne illnesses (VBIs) are increasingly recognized as a factor in anesthesia complications. This study reviews cases, highlighting the need for further research into VBI management during anesthesia.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Environmental Medicine
Background:
- Anesthesia complications are well-documented, but the link with vector-borne illnesses (VBIs) requires more study.
- Climate change is expanding the geographic range of vectors, increasing VBI incidence.
- Diagnostic testing for VBIs has decreased, complicating identification and treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the relationship between vector-borne illnesses and anesthetic complications.
- To review existing literature on patients with VBIs and anesthesia concerns.
Main Methods:
- A literature review was conducted.
- Case reports were sourced from PubMed and Google Scholar.
Main Results:
- A wide range of anesthetic complications associated with VBIs were identified.
- The review highlights the growing intersection of VBI and anesthesia.
Conclusions:
- Further research is crucial to understand and manage anesthetic risks in patients with VBIs.
- The increasing prevalence of VBIs necessitates updated anesthetic protocols and diagnostic approaches.
Keywords:
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