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Intra-operative Anaphylaxis Due to Gelofusine in A Patient Undergoing Emergency Cesarean Section

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Background: Anaphylaxis due to a colloid plasma expander can occur peri-operatively even though it is uncommon. Case Presentation: This the case report of an intra-operative anaphylaxis due to gelofusine in a 31 year old Caucasian female who underwent emergency lower segment caesarean section. The patient was managed successfully and the procedure was completedly uneventfully. Conclusion: A high index of suspicion, immediate diagnosis and rapid institution of treatment are essential for a safe outcome of such incidents.

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Background: Anaphylaxis due to a colloid plasma expander can occur peri-operatively even though it is uncommon. Case Presentation: This the case report of an intra-operative anaphylaxis due to gelofusine in a 31 year old Caucasian female who underwent emergency lower segment caesarean section. The patient was managed successfully and the procedure was completedly uneventfully. Conclusion: A high index of suspicion, immediate diagnosis and rapid institution of treatment are essential for a safe outcome of such incidents.

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This page is a summary of: Intra-operative Anaphylaxis Due to Gelofusine in A Patient Undergoing Emergency Cesarean Section, Indian Journal of Anaesthesia and Analgesia, January 2019, Red Flower Publication Private, Ltd.,
DOI: 10.21088/ijaa.2349.8471.6619.59.
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