A patient presents with malignant hyperthermia and metabolic acidosis. Immediate treatment should be started with:: (A) Intravenous Dantrolene, (B) Sodium bicarbonate, (C) Intravenous fluids, (D) Paracetamol
Answer is A. Ans. (A) Intravenous dantrolene(Ref: Harrison 18th/147)The current treatment of choice for malignant hyperthermia is the intravenous administration of dantroleneOther important measures are:Discontinuation of triggering agentsSupportive therapy directed at correcting hyperthermia, acidosis, and organ dysfunction.