Anaesthetic implications of a case of hyperthyroidism detected during the closure of an atrial septal defect.

A woman in her mid-20s who was clinically euthyroid presented with an ostium secondum atrial septal defect for closure. Preoperatively, heart rate ranged from 80 to 110 beats per minute. On the day of surgery, heart rate was 120 beats per minute, which settled after induction.

Coping with autism during lockdown period of the COVID-19 pandemic: A cross-sectional survey.

Background: The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic is thought to have greatly impacted families of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) due to lockdown, given lack of access to healthcare, therapy, and day-care centers. This survey was conducted to understand the magnitude of the impact of lockdown, and its effect on the health and behavior of individuals with ASD and their families.

Materials And Methods: We conducted an anonymous online survey, disseminated to families registered with our hospital and collaborating centers.