suxamethnoium apnoea Flashcards
what is suxamethnoium apnoea
Suxamethonium apnoea is a medical condition that occurs in individuals who have a defect in the plasma cholinesterase enzyme. This enzyme is crucial in the metabolism of Suxamethonium, a muscle relaxant used commonly in anesthesia. Patients with this defect experience a prolonged period of paralysis following the administration of Suxamethonium.
what causes suxamethnoium apnoea?
are genetic defect in plasma cholinesterase.
features of suxamethnoium apnoea?
The primary symptom of Suxamethonium apnoea is a prolonged period of paralysis following the administration of Suxamethonium. Additionally, at the end of a procedure, patients will make little effort to cough or breathe spontaneously.
ix for suxamethnoium apnoea??
Investigation into Suxamethonium apnoea primarily involves checking plasma cholinesterase levels to identify any potential defects.
management of suxamethnoium apnoea??
Patients diagnosed with Suxamethonium apnoea should be intubated and ventilated until they are able to breathe spontaneously. The use of Suxamethonium should be avoided in future anesthetic procedures for these patients.