Immunization and anesthesia - an international survey.

Background: There is no direct evidence of any major interaction between immunization and commonly used anesthetic agents and techniques in children, but it is possible that immunosuppression caused by anesthesia and surgery may lead to decreased vaccine effectiveness or an increased risk of complications. In addition, diagnostic difficulty may arise if a recently immunized child suffers from postoperative pyrexia or malaise.

Aim: The aim of this study was to ascertain anesthetists' attitudes and practices regarding anesthesia and immunization.