ECG Challenge: Post-op Cramping and Spasms in Cancer Patient

A 67-year-old man with laryngeal cancer undergoes a radical neck dissection. Two days later he complains of severe muscle spasms and cramps as well as a sensation of perioral numbness.

Figure 1. Courtesy of Dr Podrid.

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Cite this: ECG Challenge: Post-op Cramping and Spasms in Cancer Patient - Medscape - Feb 18, 2020.