Perioperative Management for Sickle Cell Disease: Efficacy of Recommendations

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

International Student Journal of Nurse Anesthesia

Abstract

The management of patients with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) presents unique challenges for the anesthesia professional. For these patients, there exists a heightened potential for catastrophic sequelae during the perioperative period. Currently, there is neither a universally accepted standard nor a consistent protocol for the management of patients with SCD. However, there are widely-published recommendations. This case report will discuss the efficacy of commonly endorsed management recommendations: optimal oxygenation, hydration, normothermia, proper positioning, and administration of preoperative anxiolytics.

First Page

46

Last Page

49

Publication Date

Fall 2020

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