Anesthetic management of a case of Sanjad-Sakati syndrome

Saudi J Anaesth. 2016 Oct-Dec;10(4):453-455. doi: 10.4103/1658-354X.177321.

Abstract

Sanjad-Sakati syndrome is an autosomal recessive genetic disorder first described in Saudi Arabia. Anesthetic management of these patients is challenging due to airway difficulties, electrolyte imbalance, growth and mental retardation, and seizures. The anesthetic management of the syndrome is described in this case report.

Keywords: Anesthesia; Sanjad-Sakati syndrome; difficult airway.

Publication types

  • Case Reports