High Spinal Anesthesia Leading to Cardiac Arrest During Cesarean Section of a Patient With Sickle Cell Disease: A Case Report

Authors

Ahmad O. Hadri, Henry Ford HealthFollow
Wouter Ritsema, Henry Ford HealthFollow

Recommended Citation

Hadri AO, and Ritsema W. High Spinal Anesthesia Leading to Cardiac Arrest During Cesarean Section of a Patient With Sickle Cell Disease: A Case Report. Cureus 2025;17(10):e95774.

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

10-1-2025

Publication Title

Cureus

Keywords

anesthesia; cardiac arrest; cesarean section; high spine; obstetric anesthesia; spinal anesthesia

Abstract

High spinal anesthesia is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication during cesarean section. This case report describes a patient who suffered cardiac arrest secondary to high spinal anesthesia. We detail the clinical course, resuscitation efforts, and subsequent management, followed by a discussion of relevant literature and current guidelines. Early recognition and prompt management are crucial for improving outcomes. This report contributes to the body of knowledge on spinal anesthesia complications and emphasizes the importance of multidisciplinary management in such emergencies.

PubMed ID

41322737

Volume

17

Issue

10

First Page

95774

Last Page

95774