Implications of a tracheal bronchus for adult anaesthetic practice.
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چکیده
The problems posed by tracheal intubation in the presence of a tracheal bronchus in adults are exemplified with three case histories. The anomaly has been categorized into three types on the basis of its potential to cause problems when attempting intubation. Suggestions are given for ways of securing the airway that are safe and less likely to result in obstruction and hypoxia.
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عنوان ژورنال:
- British journal of anaesthesia
دوره 85 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2000