This article clip reminds us all of us to be prepared for MH before having surgery; healthcare professionals and patients alike. "Consumer Watch: Do your homework before having outpatient surgery" written by Ellen Phillips and published in the Chattanooga Times Free Press; link to article.

"Unfortunately, too many outpatient surgical centers don't have the necessary supplies on hand in case of a life-threatening emergency. For starters, be absolutely positive the center has a crash cart available. Also ask if they have the drug dantrolene on hand to reverse malignant hyperthermia, a rare but deadly complication from anesthesia. And definitely make sure succinylcholine -- a fast-acting paralytic agent that helps to quickly intubate patients who can't breathe -- is nearby."