The Management of Cyanotic Spells in Children with Oesophageal Atresia

Frontiers in Pediatrics

Mathieu Bergeron¹ 

关键词: oesophageal atresia;    oesophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula;    cyanosis;    pediatric;    other;    tracheomalacia;   

DOI  :  10.3389/fped.2017.00106

学科分类：儿科学

来源: Frontiers

【 摘 要 】

Cyanotic spells, also known as blue spells, dying spells, or apparent life-threatening events, refer to a bluish tone visible in the mucosal membranes and skin caused by an oxygen decrease in the peripheral circulation. Although this decrease may be transient and benign, it may also be indicative of a severe underlying problem that requires immediate intervention. Children with oesophageal atresia (OA) are at risk for a number of coexisting conditions that may trigger cyanotic spells. This current article will focus on the management of cyanotic spells both in children with innominate artery compression and those with tracheomalacia.

【 授权许可】

CC BY