Ultrasound-Assisted Combined Spinal-Epidural Anesthesia for Cesarean Delivery in a Parturient With Currarino Triad: A Case Report

A A Pract. 2019 Jun 3;12(11):393-395. doi: 10.1213/XAA.0000000000000941.

Abstract

Currarino triad is a rare hereditary condition characterized by anorectal malformation, sacral dysgenesis, and a presacral mass. Neuraxial anesthetic techniques pose increased risks to patients with spinal malformations. Ultrasound imaging improves accuracy of intervertebral level identification compared to clinical estimation. We present the case of a parturient with Currarino triad and a low conus medullaris undergoing cesarean delivery where preprocedural magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasound imaging allowed for successful combined spinal-epidural anesthesia to be performed. Despite these measures, however, the patient did develop a high spinal and temporary postoperative dizziness.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Anal Canal / abnormalities*
  • Anesthesia, Epidural / methods*
  • Anesthesia, Spinal / methods*
  • Cesarean Section
  • Digestive System Abnormalities / complications*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Pregnancy
  • Rectum / abnormalities*
  • Sacrum / abnormalities*
  • Syringomyelia / complications*
  • Ultrasonography

Supplementary concepts

  • Currarino triad