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Apert Syndrome

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Difficult AirwayVideo LaryngoscopeC-spineIncreased ICPAvoid HypercarbiaDry EyesCareful PositioningDifficult Mask VentilationObstructive Sleep Apnea

Pathophysiology

Apert syndrome is an autosomal dominant craniosynostosis syndrome caused by gain-of-function missense mutations in fibroblast growth factor receptor 2 (FGFR2) on chromosome 10q, with incidence rising...

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