Gestione anestesiologica e perioperatoria di un caso di un caso di sindrome di Brugada [Anesthesiologic and perioperative management of a case of Brugada syndrome]

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. © 2012 Elsevier Srl. All rights reserved.