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Airway management strategies in a pediatric patient with MURCS association: A case report
Xu-Nian Lin1, Wing-Sum Chan1, Cheng-Wei Lu1,2
1Department of Anesthesiology, Far Eastern Memorial Hospital, New Taipei City 220, Taiwan.
Background:
MURCS association, an acronym for Müllerian duct aplasia/hypoplasia, congenital renal agenesis/ectopia, and cervical somite dysplasia, presents unique anaesthetic challenges, particularly for airway control due to cervical spine anomalies. This case report adds to the limited literature by detailing airway management strategies in a paediatric patient with MURCS, emphasising the need for thorough preoperative evaluation and curated planning.
Case Summary:
This report describes the successful anaesthetic and airway management of a 6-year-old girl with MURCS undergoing dental extraction. To address the complexities of the patient's condition, a multidisciplinary approach involving comprehensive preoperative assessment, meticulous planning, and advanced airway management techniques was adopted.
Conclusion:
This report emphasizes individualized anesthetic strategies and interprofessional collaboration for managing rare congenital syndromes.
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