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Supporting Adults With Learning Disabilities in the Peri-operative Setting: Key Considerations for Anaesthetists

Dr Fui Woon Yong1†, Dr Shaun McMahon1

1Consultant Anaesthetist, Freeman Hospital, United Kingdom

Edited by: Dr Clara Poon, Consultant Anaesthetist, Queen Mary Hospital, Hong Kong

†Corresponding author email: fuiwoon@doctors.net.uk

DOI: 10.28923/atotw.555

Published September 9, 2025

Abstract

This tutorial covers key considerations in caring for adults with learning disabilities presenting for elective surgery, including legal aspects, reasonable adjustments, and multidisciplinary peri-operative planning, with a focus on practical strategies to support safe and patient-centred care.

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