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Anaesthesia and cystic fibrosis
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Cystic fibrosis (CF) affects 1 in 2000 children, with most now surviving into adulthood. This review covers CF pathophysiology, pre-operative assessment, and anesthetic management for this complex multisystem disorder.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Medical Genetics
- Pulmonology
Background:
- Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic disorder affecting 1 in 2000 children.
- Increased survival rates mean more adults with CF require anesthesia.
- CF is a complex multisystem disorder posing challenges for anesthesiologists.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the presentation and genetics of cystic fibrosis.
- To detail the pathophysiology of CF relevant to anesthesia.
- To discuss pre-operative assessment and anesthetic management for CF patients.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of cystic fibrosis presentation, genetics, and pathophysiology.
- Analysis of anesthetic challenges and management strategies for CF patients.
Main Results:
- Cystic fibrosis presents unique challenges due to its multisystemic nature.
- Understanding CF pathophysiology is crucial for safe anesthetic conduct.
- Pre-operative assessment and tailored anesthetic management are essential.
Conclusions:
- Anesthetists will increasingly encounter patients with cystic fibrosis.
- A thorough understanding of CF and its anesthetic implications is vital.
- This review provides guidance on managing anesthesia in CF patients.
Abstract:
Cystic fibrosis occurs in 1 in 2000 children and the majority now reach adulthood. The disease is a complex multisystem disorder which is likely to challenge anaesthetists with increasing frequency. In this review the presentation and genetics of the disease are briefly described, followed by a detailed account of the pathophysiology relevant to anaesthesia. The pre-operative assessment and conduct of anaesthesia are discussed and some suggestions made regarding management.