• Curr Opin Anaesthesiol · Jun 2018

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    Perioperative considerations for airway management and drug dosing in obese children.

    • Jerrold Lerman and Karin Becke.
    • Oishei Children's Hospital.
    • Curr Opin Anaesthesiol. 2018 Jun 1; 31 (3): 320-326.

    Purpose Of ReviewChildhood obesity, a phenomenon that is increasing globally, holds substantial relevance for pediatric anesthesia. In particular, understanding the nuances of airway management and drug dosing in obese children can be daunting.Recent FindingsRespiratory adverse events and challenges in managing the airway may be anticipated. In addition, drug-dosing strategies for the obese child are complex and poorly understood although recent advances have clarified the optimal dosing for anesthetics in these children.SummaryTheoretical knowledge, practical skills, meticulous risk stratification and optimal drug regimens are crucial to ensure the safe conduct of anesthesia for obese children.

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