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ArticleJournal of medical case reports2025

Asystole during suspension laryngoscopy associated with vagal reflex or carotid sinus hypersensitivity: a case report.

Quan Quang Luu, Thai Quoc Phan, Yen Thi Thu Phan, Khuong Kinh Luu

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Quan Quang LuuDepartment of Anesthesiology, Tam Anh General Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. quanlq@tahospital.vn.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0001-7981-2655
Thai Quoc PhanDepartment of Anesthesiology, Tam Anh General Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Yen Thi Thu PhanDepartment of Anesthesiology, Tam Anh General Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Khuong Kinh LuuDepartment of Anesthesiology, Tam Anh General Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

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Abstract

backgroundAsystole during suspension laryngoscopy is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication if not promptly identified and treated. CASE PRESENTATION: A 62-year-old Vietnamese man developed sudden asystole during the insertion of a suspension laryngoscope for microlaryngeal surgery. The event was immediately recognized and rapidly reversed through prompt removal of the instrument, initiation of external chest compressions, and administration of intravenous atropine. Vagal reflex triggered by laryngeal stimulation was identified as the likely cause. However, carotid sinus hypersensitivity may have either contributed in conjunction with the vagal reflex or constituted an independent etiology.

conclusionThis case highlights that gentle surgical manipulation and avoidance of excessive cervical extension may help prevent severe bradycardia or asystole during suspension laryngoscopy. Vigilant monitoring and readiness for resuscitation remain essential for patient safety during suspension laryngoscopy.

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Carotid SinusHeart ArrestIntraoperative ComplicationsLaryngoscopyVagus NerveAtropineHumansMaleMiddle AgedAtropineAsystoleCarotid sinus hypersensitivityCase reportSuspension laryngoscopyVagal reflex

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PMCPMC12831452

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