Propofol Infusion Syndrome Following Endoscopic Tracheoplasty and Jet Ventilation: Case Report

CONCLUSIONS: Propofol is often used as an anesthetic for jet ventilation during otolaryngologic airway surgery. Propofol related infusion syndrome is an uncommon but life-threatening peri-operative complication that should be considered in any patient with an unusual post-operative recovery characterized by metabolic acidosis, ECG changes, end organ damage, and elevated lactate.PMID:38183238 | DOI:10.1177/00034894231223574
Source: The Annals of Otology, Rhinology, and Laryngology - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Source Type: research