Severe respiratory failure in Prader-Willi syndrome

• DOI: 10.22533/at.ed.1592127092

• Palavras-chave: Distúrbios respiratórios na infância, Obesidade infantil, Síndrome de Prader-Willi

• Keywords: childhood respiratory disorders, childhood obesity, Prader-Willi syndrome

• Abstract:

  Objective: The case report described aims to demonstrate the particularities of Prader-Willi syndrome and highlight the health problems caused by such impairment, in addition to highlighting the importance of early diagnosis for targeted follow-up in order to avoid the morbidity and mortality associated with PWS. Case report: This is a descriptive report about the diagnostic challenges and the adequate management of Prader-Willi syndrome, seeking to avoid unfavorable outcomes in primary health care.  Results: Given the above, this article has highlighted the importance of early diagnosis, especially in the early stages of life and in view of the initial manifestations of Prader-Willi syndrome. Such measures are necessary to prevent excessive obesity and control morbidities related to it. In addition to controlling behavior disorders.

• Número de páginas: 11