CRNA & Surgical Nurse Resource: Anesthesia Guidelines for Periodic Paralysis

Ohioan, Dr. William Harr, DNP, CRNA has developed a Anesthesia Quick Reference Guide for Adult and Pediatric Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis (HypoKPP) which is available through the Periodic Paralysis organization using this link

While extremely rare, HypoKPP causes flaccid muscle paralysis based on low serum potassium (K+) levels. HypoKPP has been associated with surgical cases developing Malignant Hyperthermia by the Malignant Hyperthermia Association. 

Dr. Harr has dedicated his DNP and CRNA work as well as his personal pursuits to improving care for persons with PP from around the world.  He is available to readers with comments or inquiries by email PeriodicParalysisResearch.com