Malignant hyperthermia
- PMID: 396459
Malignant hyperthermia
Abstract
A short review of the history, incidence, and present-day concept of the etiology of malignant hyperthermia is presented. Protocols for diagnosis, treatment of the unexpected occurrence, and management of known malignant hyperthermic patients is presented. The exact etiology of the syndrome is still unknown.
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