Halothane hepatitis in an 11-month-old child.
Halothane hepatitis is extremely rare in childhood. However, this occurred in an 11-month-old infant, following multiple exposure to halothane. The diagnosis was confirmed by detection of specific antibodies to halothane-sensitised rabbit hepatocytes. The anaesthetic technique for a subsequent procedure with a halothane-free breathing system is also outlined.
D000769:Anesthesia, Inhalation / Q000009:adverse effects*; D056486:Chemical and Drug Induced Liver Injury / Q000209:etiology*; D006221:Halothane / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008297:Male; D013997:Time Factors
D006221:Halothane