# Anesthetic Challenges in a Pregnancy Case With Congenital Kyphoscoliosis

## TL;DR

This paper presents a case of a pregnant woman with a spinal deformity and the challenges faced during her emergency cesarean section.

## Contribution

The paper highlights the importance of an interdisciplinary approach in managing pregnancy with congenital kyphoscoliosis.

## Key findings

- An interdisciplinary team was essential for managing the patient's care.
- Tailored approaches are necessary to ensure maternal-fetal well-being in such cases.

## Abstract

Kyphoscoliosis is a well-known spinal deformity. The abnormal curvature in both the coronal and sagittal planes presents unique challenges during pregnancy. This case discusses the management of a 27-year-old primigravida with thoracolumbar kyphoscoliosis, who underwent an emergency cesarean section at 39.3 weeks of gestation. An interdisciplinary team consisting of an obstetrician, pulmonologist, orthopedic surgeon, anesthesiologist, and physiotherapist collaborated in her care. In such cases, successful outcomes require a tailored approach that prioritizes maternal-fetal well-being and minimizes potential complications associated with complex spinal deformity during pregnancy and childbirth.