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Abstract Objectives Hypoglossal nerve stimulation is an effective treatment option for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in positive airway pressure therapy failure. Nonetheless, data regarding the functional effect of modifying stimulation parameters within each electrode configuration are limited.
Armin Steffen +4 more
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Comparison between Glidescope and Lightwand for tracheal intubation in patients with a simulated difficult airway [PDF]
BackgroundAlthough Lightwand and Glidescope have both shown high success rates for intubation, there has been no confirmation as to which device is most effective for difficult endotracheal intubation.
Ki-Hwan Yang +5 more
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The levering laryngoscope [PDF]
Summary This is a report of a modification of the standard Macintosh laryngoscope blade to facilitate tracheal tube placement in cases of difficult visualisation of the larynx. The modification offers the unique advantage of a hinged blade tip, controlled by a lever on the handle of the larygoscope which allows elevation of the ...
E P, McCoy, R K, Mirakhur
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Background and Aims: Videolaryngoscopes have an undisputed role in difficult airway management, but their role in routine intubation scenarios remains underappreciated. McGrath MAC is a lightweight laryngoscope with a disposable blade.
Prachi Abhyankar +3 more
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Comparison of the laryngeal view during intubation using Airtraq and Macintosh laryngoscopes in patients with cervical spine immobilization and mouth opening limitation [PDF]
BackgroundFor patients suspicious of cervical spine injury, a Philadelphia cervical collar is usually applied. Application of Philadelphia cervical collar may cause difficult airway.
Jae-Chul Koh +3 more
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The role of video laryngoscopy in adults is well established, but its role in children is still inconclusive. Previous studies on the UEscope in pediatric patients with difficult airways showed that it could reduce the time to intubation (TTI) compared ...
Min-Suk Chae +5 more
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Study on the effect of a cold environment on the quality of three video laryngoscopes: McGrath MAC, GlideScope Ranger, and Pentax Airway Scope [PDF]
Objective Several environmental factors influence the prehospital use of video laryngoscopes (VLs). For example, fogging of the VL lens can occur in cold environments, and the low temperature can cause the VLs to malfunction.
Jin Won Park, Hyuk Joong Choi
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The purpose of this correspondence is to discuss recent findings related to current trends in airway management and to discuss the utilization rates of video laryngoscopes versus traditional techniques in USA, UK, and Canada.
Davide Cattano +4 more
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Background and Objectives: Difficult intubation, which may be encountered unexpectedly during anesthesia, can increase patients’ morbidity and mortality.
Jong-Yeop Kim +6 more
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Laryngoscope decontamination techniques: A survey
Background and Aims: India is a vast country with variable, nonuniform healthcare practices. A laryngoscope is an important tool during general anesthesia and resuscitation.
Rajiv Chawla +3 more
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