Journal of the American Dental Association, Vol 96, Issue 6, 1033-1036
Copyright © 1978 by American Dental Association
Preoperative and operative considerations in malignant hyperpyrexia
MT Goupil
and
WC Roche
Malignant hyperpyrexia is a condition characterized by fever and often by skeletal muscle rigidity usually triggered by the administration of general anesthetic agents. A review of the current literature is given to emphasize preoperative and operative considerations. An uncomplicated case is presented to illustrate the special care that these individuals require.