Abstract
The immunopathologic disease, Wegener's granulomatosis, presents a challenge to the anesthesiologist due to multisystem involvement resulting in potential abnormalities of the airway, respiratory, circulatory, renal, and central/peripheral nervous systems. It is a systemic vasculitis of small, medium and occasional large arterial involvement. A familiarity with the proper approach to perioperative management is essential. Additional considerations must be made as problems arise from immunosuppressant and corticosteroid treatment.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 21-30 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Journal | Middle East Journal of Anesthesiology |
Volume | 20 |
Issue number | 1 |
State | Published - Jun 1 2009 |
Keywords
- Airway lesion
- Granulomatosis
- Immunosuppressant
- Vasculitis
- Wegener's
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine