Anesthesia for Common Pediatric Procedures Flashcards
What is myelodysplasia?
spina bifida
failure of the neural tube to close resulting in herniation of the spinal cord and meninges through a defecy
Meningocele
only contains meninges
Myelomeningocele
contains meninges and neural elements
Hydrocephalus
condition in which excess cerebrospinal fluid builds up within the fluid containing cavities or ventricles of the brain
What is the most common CNS defect that occurs in the first month of gestation?
myelodysplasia
What are risk factors for myelodysplasia?
folate deficiency
chromosomal abnormalities
Where do myelodysplasia commonly occur?
lumbosacral region
What is normal present with myelodysplasia?
hydrocephalus and paralysis may occur below the leison
Why is myelodysplasia urgent?
surgery within 24-28 hours due to risk of infection or worsening cord function
Preoperative considerations for myelodysplasia repair
assess level of leison and degree of deficit
review systems and rule out congenital abnormalities
CBC and TS
Intraoperative considerations for myelodysplasia repair
routine monitors, may use intraoperative monitoring (avoid muscle relaxation if MEPs are utilized)
positioning
induce with inhalation or IV
potential BL if its a large defect
prone to hypothermia
latex free
Post-operative considerations for myelodysplasia
goal is to extubate
assess the need for postoperativel apnea monitoring
How is hydrocephalus caused?
by a congenital defect (arnold-chiari aqueduct stenosis) or by acquired disease (trauma, infection, tumor)
What is a ventriculoscopy?
use of fiber optic scope through cranial burr holes to visualize lateral, third adn occasional fourth ventricle
alternatively shunts may be positioned under the ultrasound guidance
What is a Vetriculo-peritoneal shunt?
lateral ventricle to peritoneum
most common and allows for growth
What is an ventriculo-atrial shunt?
lateral ventricle to right atrium
What is an endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV)
burr hole created in the floow of the 3rd ventricle allowign CSF to flow directly into the basal cisterns
Preoperative considerations for CSF shunts
assess baseline neurological status and ICP
avoid pre-meds if ICP is increased
assess for vomitting history and dehydration
routine HP
if child had repeated shunt revisions
review previous anesthesia history
IV 1-2
Induction considerations for CSF shunts
standard monitors
propofol, fentanyl, roc
isoflurane or sevoflurane
GETA
protect and pad eyes
antibiotics cefazolin 30mg/kg IV
Maintenance for VP shunt
hyperventilation is not wanted because it can make the cannulation of the ventricle more difficult
What do you need to be aware of with VA shunts?
be caution of air embolism/ PPV while the vein is open
Emergence for VP shunt
reversal of paralytic
anti-emetic
extubate
fully awake to permit for rapid neurological assessment
Where can the three fractures occur in the humerus?
Proximal of humerus
mid shaft of the humerus
distal of the humerus (near your elbow) [More complex injury and sometimes involves loos bone fragments
What is idiopathic scoliosis?
no definite cause
most common form >70% of the condition and mainly affects adolescent girls
What is neuromuscular scoliosis?
caused by conditions of muscle weakness or spasiticity (such as CP), muscular dystrophy, spinal cord injury
Which form of scoliosis is associated with more bleeding?
nueromuscular scoliosis
What is the most common elbow fracture in children?
supracondlylar fractures
results from falling on an outstretched hand and extended elbow
What are complications of a supracondlylar fracture?
compartment syndrome
nerve palsies
late deformities
Anesthesia considerations for upper arm fractures
supine with table turned 90 degrees
GETA (LMA vs ETT)
usually ETT b/c full stomach + RSI
30-60 minutes for pinning
30-90minutes for open reduction
timing of emergence if case or splint is placed after closing