Anesthetic management in a newborn infant with Larsen syndrome undergoing closure of patent ductus arteriosus: Case Report

Abstract

Larsen syndrome is a rare inherited embryonic connective tissue disorder characterized by facial dysmorphisms, congenital joint dislocations of the hips, knees and elbows, and deformities of the hands and feet and multi-system involvement includes musculoskeletal, respiratory, cardiovascular, and neurological systems. There are a wide variety of congenital and acquired cardiac abnormalities that are found similar to those seen in Marfan’s syndrome due to these abnormalities and functional limitations; there are potential anesthetic problems. We report the anesthetic management of a newborn infant with Larsen syndrome undergoing closure of patent ductus arteriosus.