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Hutchinson–Gilford progeria syndrome (HGPS) is an extremely rare genetic disorder, with an estimated incidence of 1:8,000,000 live births.[1] The clinical presentation involves characteristic changes in the skin, musculoskeletal and cardiovascular… Click to show full abstract
Hutchinson–Gilford progeria syndrome (HGPS) is an extremely rare genetic disorder, with an estimated incidence of 1:8,000,000 live births.[1] The clinical presentation involves characteristic changes in the skin, musculoskeletal and cardiovascular systems, resulting in a premature ageing phenotype.[2] These patients are at higher risk of complications during anaesthesia, related to abnormal airway anatomy, increased risk of ischaemic events, positioning-related injuries and greater propensity to hypothermia and hypoglycaemia.[3]
Journal Title: Indian Journal of Anaesthesia
Year Published: 2023
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