Anesthetic management of a patient with Gerstmann-Sträussler-Scheinker syndrome (mutation of prion protein).
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Gerstmann-Sträussler-Scheinker Syndrome (GSS) is a rare, infectious syndrome related to a mutation in the prion protein. A 60-yr-old, 152-cm, 31-kg woman with GSS was scheduled for open gastrostomy. This is the first report about an anesthetic experience in a patient with GSS. We describe our experience and precautions in the anesthetic management of a GSS patient.
Medical subject headings
- Anesthesia
- Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Disease
- Mutation
- Prions