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Malignant Hyperthermia Crisis During a Laparoscopic Appendectomy: A Case Report
Sean McCann1, Samuel Jensen2,3
1University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine.
Summary
Malignant hyperthermia (MH) is a rare but dangerous reaction to anesthesia. Early recognition of symptoms like increased end-tidal CO2 and rapid heart rate, followed by prompt dantrolene treatment, can be life-saving.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Pharmacology
- Medical Case Reports
Background:
- Malignant hyperthermia (MH) is a rare, life-threatening pharmacogenetic disorder of skeletal muscle.
- Anesthetic agents like sevoflurane can trigger MH crises in susceptible individuals.
- Delayed diagnosis and treatment of MH can lead to severe morbidity and mortality.
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