Failed intubation: Causes

Submitted by sandip_vj on Sat, 24/10/2009 - 16:07
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    "INTUBATION"

  • Infections of larynx
  • Neck mobility abnormalites
  • Teeth abnormalties(loose tooth,protuberant tooth)
  • Upper airway abnormalties (strictures or swellings)
  • Bull neck deformities
  • Ankylosing spondylitis
  • Trauma/tumour
  • Inexperience
  • Oedema of upper airway
  • Narrowing of lower airway

 

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