Spinal Anesthesia: A Noble Choice for Emergency Caesarean Section in a Morbidly Obese Parturient with Preeclampsia
Journal Title: Scholars Journal of Medical Case Reports - Year 2014, Vol 2, Issue 3
Abstract
Obesity is associated with an increased risk of maternal morbidity and mortality. Morbid obesity associated with preeclampsia in a pregnancy is a great challenge to anaesthetist when patient requires caesarean section. Providing anesthesia for these patients presents unique challenges that can best be met through an understanding of the pathophysiologic changes associated with obesity and preeclampsia and with use of techniques that maximize benefits while reducing the risks of complications. Keywords: Morbid obesity, Preeclampsia, Caesarean section, Spinal anaesthesia
Authors and Affiliations
Tuhin Mistry, Mamta Khandelwal, Sunil Chouhan ,, Sonu Goyal
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