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Blind Nasal Intubation in Craniorofacial Trauma

K.R. David Thakaran, Siddharth M, Sagar Lodhia Sudan

Keywords : Blind Nasal Intubation, ET Tube

Citation Information : Thakaran KD, M S, Sudan SL. Blind Nasal Intubation in Craniorofacial Trauma. Arch Craniofac Sci 2013; 1 (1):14-16.

DOI: 10.5005/ACOFS-11029-01105

License: CC BY-NC 4.0

Published Online: 30-09-2013

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2013; BPH.


Abstract

Restricted mouth opening presents one of the greatest challenges to the anesthetist for endotracheal intubation and ventilation. Awake blind nasal intubation has been one of the finest and favored techniques for intubation in previous decades for restricted mouth opening patients. A coordinated team approach, monitoring and adequate counseling of the patient is mandatory for the airway management to carry out a safe surgical procedure


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