Special Anaesthetic Considerations for Brain Tumour Surgery in Children

Abstract

Brain tumours are among the most common neoplasm in children. Therefore, paediatric anaesthesiologists face the challenge of neurosurgical interventions in all age groups. To minimize perioperative mortality and morbidity, a comprehensive understanding of age-dependent differences in anatomy and cerebrovascular physiology is a mandatory prerequisite. Advances in subspeciality training in paediatric neurosurgery and paediatric anaesthesia may improve clinical outcomes and advance communication between the teams.

Keywords

• paediatric anaesthesia
• brain tumour
• neurosurgery
• cerebrovascular pediatric physiology
• special considerations
• pain management