Beyond the Pandemic: Post COVID-19 Pulmonary Fibrosis and Considerations for General Anesthesia

Authors

Rania Fardous, Corewell Health Resident
Roy Soto, Corewell Health

Document Type

Conference Proceeding

Publication Date

10-20-2024

Abstract

This case involves a 77-year-old female with a history of interstitial lung disease who presented with acute-on-chronic hypoxic respiratory failure. The patient was admitted with concern for rapid progression of pulmonary fibrosis secondary to previous COVID-19 infection. Despite receiving optimal medical management, she remained dependent on heated high flow nasal cannula and was deemed a candidate for hospice care. This case will explore the pathophysiology of post-viral pulmonary fibrosis, discuss ideal treatment strategies, and address considerations for patients requiring general anesthesia with compromised lung function.

Comments

American Society of Anesthesiologists Annual Meeting, October 18-22, 2024, Philadelphia, PA

Recommended Citation

Fardous R, Soto R. Beyond the pandemic: post COVID-19 pulmonary fibrosis and considerations for general anesthesia. Presented at: American Society of Anesthesiologists Annual Meeting; 2024 Oct 20; Philadelphia, PA. Available from:https://www.abstractsonline.com/pp8/#!/20183/presentation/8727