Deep propofol sedation for vacuum‐assisted bite‐block immobilization in children undergoing proton radiation therapy of cranial tumors

Abstract

Deep propofol sedation without the use of an artificial airway is an interesting technique for vacuum-assisted bite-block immobilization in young children undergoing precise radiation therapy of cranial tumors. However, simultaneous individual anesthetic challenges require pediatric anesthesiologists highly experienced with the pediatric airway, clinical alertness and closed monitoring.