Gestione anestesiologica e perioperatoria di un caso di sindrome di Brugada

Objectives

To describe the perioperative management of a patient with Brugada syndrome who underwent tooth extraction under assisted local anesthesia.

Materials and methods

In the case reported here, the cardiologist performed an electrocardiogram and selected the form of anesthesia and perioperative management strategy in collaboration with the anesthesiologist. The dental procedure was carried out in the operating room.

Results

This case was managed with a team of different specialists to avoid complications that would not be manageable in a dental practice.

Conclusions

Brugada syndrome is a life-threatening condition. Although its incidence is low, dentists must be aware of this syndrome because it requires special pre-, intra-, and postoperative care.