Category Archives: Public Comment

Topic: Adverse Effects of Heat and Exercise in Relation to MH Susceptibility Henry Rosenberg MD   Recommendations 1. Any MHS (MH-susceptible) patient who experiences sudden collapse in association with muscle rigidity should be immediately treated for MH. This includes immediate … Continue reading →

Preparation of Anesthesia Workstations for MH Susceptible Patients   Recommendations (4 alternatives): 1. Flush and prepare workstation according to manufacturer’s recommendations or published studies; this may take 10 to >90 minutes. Most studies also physically disconnect vaporizers from the workstation; … Continue reading →

Temperature Monitoring during Surgical Procedures: Should all patients undergoing general anesthesia have their temperatures monitored? If so, what type of monitor should be used?   Recommendation: MHAUS recommends that all patients undergoing general anesthetics that exceed 30 minutes in duration … Continue reading →