Pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections - anesthetic implications and literature review

Paediatr Anaesth. 2006 May;16(5):573-7. doi: 10.1111/j.1460-9592.2005.01768.x.

Abstract

Pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections (PANDAS) are rare neurobehavioral disorders in children. Affected children may have a diverse array of perioperative manifestations including compulsive behavior, agitation, and abnormal movements. Perioperative management might be more challenging for anesthesiologists. Series of therapeutic plasmapheresis in these children may complicate their anesthesia management. We describe the first case of a patient with PANDAS and its anesthesia implications.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Autoimmune Diseases / etiology*
  • Autoimmune Diseases / psychology
  • Child
  • Conscious Sedation
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Mental Disorders / etiology*
  • Mental Disorders / psychology
  • Nervous System Diseases / etiology*
  • Nervous System Diseases / psychology
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder / etiology
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder / psychology
  • Parents
  • Plasmapheresis
  • Preanesthetic Medication
  • Streptococcal Infections / complications*
  • Streptococcal Infections / psychology