Abstract
Nonaccidental trauma from child abuse presents unique challenges to the anesthesiologist. Diagnosing abuse is difficult because children may present with nonspecific symptoms and vague clinical histories. Multiple organ systems may be involved, but the greatest risk of death stems from abusive head trauma. Anesthesiologists must know the pediatric traumatic brain injury treatment guidelines and be prepared to treat the complex disease processes of child abuse and abusive head trauma. This chapter discusses anesthesia for nonaccidental pediatric trauma, including abusive head trauma. Topics covered include cervical instability, intracranial hypertension, seizures, and anesthetic agents. Debriefing after a poor outcome is also covered.
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