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Prone Position Video Laryngoscopy for the Successful Intubation of Penetrating Back Injury: A Report of Two Cases

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Airway management in the prone position presents significant challenges and carries the risk of encountering a difficult airway situation. Here, we present two adults who sustained traumatic knife injuries to the back and required surgical intervention. Due to the potential life-threatening complications associated with dislodging the knife, traditional supine and lateral decubitus positions were not feasible for airway management. To overcome this obstacle, we employed a video laryngoscope for intubation in the prone position. We discuss the challenges of airway management in such cases, the decision-making process behind choosing the prone position, and the outcomes of this novel approach in facilitating successful intubation.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.76119

Authors: Nisha Jain, Aayush Kulshrestha, Navdeep Kaur, Abhishek Singh

Institution: All India Institute of Medical Sciences

Language: English

Topic: Airway Management and Intubation Techniques

Subfield: Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4405657869