Management Challenges in an Infant With Pentalogy of Cantrell, Giant Anterior Encephalocele, and Craniofacial Anomalies: A Case Report

Richard Hubbard, Seth Hayes, Holly Gillis, Spencer Lindsey, Prashant Malhotra, Tariq Wani, Joseph D. Tobias, Ralph Beltran

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Abstract

Pentalogy of Cantrell is a rare syndrome consisting of midline abnormalities involving the heart, sternum, abdominal wall, and the anterior and pericardial diaphragm. This combination of defects places patients at particular perioperative risk and requires individualized management during anesthetic care. The following report documents the management of a patient with pentalogy of Cantrell, whose condition was further complicated by severe midline craniofacial abnormalities, including large anterior encephalocele, deficient mandible, tethered tongue, and cleft palate. The case offers insight into the complexity of care in this unique patient population.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)238-240
Number of pages3
JournalA&A practice
Volume11
Issue number9
DOIs
StatePublished - Nov 1 2018
Externally publishedYes

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