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A comparison of McCoy, TruView, and Macintosh laryngoscopes for tracheal intubation in patients with immobilized cervical spine

open access: yesSaudi Journal of Anaesthesia, 2014
Background: Cervical spine immobilization results in a poor laryngeal view on direct laryngoscopy leading to difficulty in intubation. This randomized prospective study was designed to compare the laryngeal view and ease of intubation with the Macintosh,
Neerja Bharti   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Tele‐Flexible Laryngoscopy Enables Remote Specialty Airway Evaluation in Rural Emergency Department

open access: yesThe Laryngoscope, EarlyView.
This case report describes “tele‐flexible laryngoscopy,” a novel telemedicine approach for rural emergency departments (EDs) without otolaryngology coverage. A 60‐year‐old male with progressive voice changes and dyspnea underwent flexible laryngoscopy by an emergency physician, with video captured via smartphone and reviewed asynchronously by an ...
John L. Rustad   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Disinfection of laryngoscopes: A survey of practice

open access: yesIndian Journal of Anaesthesia, 2017
Background and Aims: The laryngoscope is a common piece of equipment used by anaesthesiologists. It has been identified as a potential source of cross infection.
Vaishali Prabhakar Chaskar   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Initial Direct Laryngoscopy Versus TORS Alone for Unknown Primary HPV+ Oropharyngeal Squamous Cell Carcinoma

open access: yesOtolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective This study aims to determine whether initial direct laryngoscopy with biopsy (DLBx) before transoral robotic surgery (TORS) has differences in perioperative outcomes, tumor identification, and oncologic outcomes for unknown primary oropharyngeal human papillomavirus (HPV+) squamous cell carcinoma (OPSCC). Study Design A retrospective
Alexander J. Jones   +8 more
wiley   +1 more source

Improving Patient Outcomes by Preventing Airway Injuries Associated with Video Laryngoscopes [PDF]

open access: yes, 2021
Video laryngoscopy poses a higher risk of airway injury than direct laryngoscopy when used for difficult intubations in the operating room. Education related to manufacturer guidelines, in addition to, routine simulation practice are vital to improving ...
Jones, Alexis, Williamson, Kay
core   +1 more source

Prognosis of Dysphagia in Pediatric Patients With Vocal Fold Immobility

open access: yesOtolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective This study aims to determine the incidence and prognosis of dysphagia in pediatric patients with true vocal fold (TVF) immobility or hypomobility. Study Design A single‐center retrospective chart review. Setting A single‐institution tertiary‐care center.
Rachel Georgopoulos   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Size of Pediatric Tracheostomy Tube and Predictors of Postoperative Complications

open access: yesOtolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, EarlyView.
Abstract Objective (1) To investigate weight as an alternative guide for trach tube choice. (2) Evaluate complications 3‐month posttracheostomy and associations with patient and trach tube factors. Study Design Retrospective cohort study. Setting Single academic medical center.
Soukaina Eljamri   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

A randomized controlled trial to compare the percentage of glottic opening score of McGrath MAC® video laryngoscope and C-MAC® video laryngoscope in children

open access: yesThe Indian Anaesthetists' Forum
Background and Aims: Video laryngoscopes (VL) have now an established role in the management of difficult airway. The design of VL blade may affect the tracheal intubation outcomes.
Ranju Singh, K Manikandan, Pooja Singh
doaj   +1 more source

Ease of intubation and hemodynamic responses to nasotracheal intubation using C-MAC videolaryngoscope with D blade: A comparison with use of traditional Macintosh laryngoscope

open access: yesJournal of Anaesthesiology Clinical Pharmacology, 2018
Background and Aims: Nasal intubation with traditional Macintosh laryngoscope usually needs the use of Magill's forceps or external laryngeal manipulation.
Sunil Rajan   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

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