Intraoperative ST segment, T wave changes in two infants during general anesthesia

When compared to the adult population, intraoperative cardiac events related to coronary ischemia are uncommon in the pediatric population. However, continuous electrocardographic [ECG] monitoring is still recommended in infants and children. The authors report two infants who developed intraoperative ST-T wave changes during routine surgical procedures. The role of intraoperative ECG monitoring in infants and children is discussed, the etiology of ST-T wave changes is presented, and previous reports of such events are reviewed?