Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Airway management plays a crucial role in providing adequate oxygenation and ventilation to patients during various medical procedures and emergencies. When patients have a limited mouth opening due to factors such as trauma, inflammation, or anatomical abnormalities airway management becomes challenging. A commonly utilized method to overcome this challenge is the use of video laryngoscopy (VL), which employs a specialized device equipped with a camera and a light source to allow a clear view of the larynx and vocal cords. VL overcomes the limitations of direct laryngoscopy in patients with limited mouth opening, enabling better visualization and successful intubation. Various types of VL blades are available. We devised a novel flangeless video laryngoscope for use in patients with a limited mouth opening and then tested it on a manikin.
Authors: Mohd Mustahsin, Harshita Singh
Institution: Era's Lucknow Medical College and Hospital
Language: English
Subfield: Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4405219936