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BMC Anesthesiology, 2021 Background Although transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) is considered a relatively safe diagnostic monitoring method, blind probe insertion is associated with pharyngeal trauma. Through visual observation of the esophageal inlet with the McGRATH video
Taisuke Kumamoto +4 more
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Are prehospital airway management resources compatible with difficult airway algorithms? A nationwide cross-sectional study of helicopter emergency medical services in Japan [PDF]
, 2016 PURPOSE: Immediate access to the equipment required for difficult airway management (DAM) is vital. However, in Japan, data are scarce regarding the availability of DAM resources in prehospital settings.
Goto, Aya +14 more
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Hong Kong Journal of Emergency Medicine, Volume 33, Issue 1, February 2026.Abstract Background Endotracheal intubation (ETI) during massive hematemesis is challenging due to airway contamination. The suction‐assisted laryngoscopy and airway decontamination (SALAD) technique has shown promising results in manikin studies involving emergency doctors, but its effectiveness and feasibility with Hong Kong paramedics, for whom ETI ...
Ho Ching Natalie Lau +8 more
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The Application of Airtraq (fibreoptic intubation device) to Otolaryngology [PDF]
, 2011 The anaesthetic laryngoscope Airtraq is designed for the difficult airway. This disposable laryngoscope requires minimal cervical manipulation and unlike other common anaesthetic larynmgoscopes contains a channel for the guidance of an endotracheal tube.
Mendis, D, Oates, J
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Electrical vestibular stimulation in humans. A narrative review [PDF]
, 2019 Background: In patients with bilateral vestibulopathy, the regular treatment options, such as medication, surgery, and/ or vestibular rehabilitation, do not always suffice. Therefore, the focus in this field of vestibular research shifted to electri-
Barbara, Maurizio +10 more
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Intubation using the Video Laryngoscope [PDF]
American Medical Journal, 2012 Problem statement: Inadequate airway management is a major contributor to morbidity and mortality in the prehospital and out-of-operating room hospital settings. Difficulties that occur during airway management are usually related to the intubator not being able to achieve an adequate view of the glottic opening to allow insertion of an endotracheal ...
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Revisiting Fire Safety Guidelines in CO2 Laser Airway Surgery
The Laryngoscope, Volume 136, Issue 2, Page 882-889, February 2026.This experimental study evaluates fire risk during CO2 laser airway surgery using high‐flow and jet ventilation in a porcine model. Results showed that laser wattage had a greater influence on fire risk than FiO2, with jet ventilation consistently producing expansive flames.
Ariel Roitman +5 more
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Cumhuriyet Dental Journal, 2018 Objective: In patients with expected airway difficulties, specific preparatory and auxiliary equipment is required before general anesthesia. The aim of this study was to compare the intubation efficacy of Macintosh laryngoscope with that of the McGrath ...
Aysun Çağlar Torun +3 more
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C-MAC videolaryngoscope compared with direct laryngoscopy for rapid sequence intubation in an emergency department: A randomised clinical trial [PDF]
, 2016 BACKGROUND Airway management in the emergency room can be challenging when patients suffer from life-threatening conditions. Mental stress, ignorance of the patient's medical history, potential cervical injury or immobilisation and the presence of vomit
Brueesch, Martin +7 more
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Ergonomics of In‐Office Nasolaryngoscopy: Comparison Between Conventional and Pistol Grip Techniques
The Laryngoscope, Volume 136, Issue 2, Page 854-859, February 2026.ABSTRACT Objectives In‐office nasolaryngoscopy in otolaryngology is a short but frequently performed procedure that can lead to substantial ergonomic risk. This study seeks to compare the ergonomic difference between pistol and conventional grip techniques during in‐office nasolaryngoscopy.
Subin Park +3 more
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