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Acute hepatic porphyria and anaesthesia: a practical approach to the prevention and management of acute neurovisceral attacks.

Authors :
Wilson-Baig, N.
Badminton, M.
Schulenburg-Brand, D.
Source :
BJA Education. Feb2021, Vol. 21 Issue 2, p66-74. 9p.
Publication Year :
2021

Abstract

The article describe the pathophysiology, clinical presentation and management of an acute attack of porphyria, including the appropriate use of haemarginate (HA). It discuss the perioperative considerations for managing patients with latent or active porphyria presenting for elective and emergency surgery.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
20585349
Volume :
21
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
BJA Education
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
147994140
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bjae.2020.09.005