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12. Severe thoraco lumbar Kyphoscoliosis-A challenge to anaesthesiologistsKeywords: Kyphoscoliosis , Subarachnoid block , Restrictive pulmonary disease Abstract: Severe spinal deformities present with functional and physical problems for the patient and doctors in terms of planning of a procedure or for anaesthesia. Due to problems associated with respiratory system, spinal anaesthesia is used widely though technically difficult. We present a case of severe thoracolumbar Kyphoscoliosis successfully managed with spinal anaesthesia.
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