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An innovative technique for best use of Macintosh laryngoscope converted into videolaryngoscope

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Videolaryngoscopes (VLS) improve the visualisation of the larynx, making intubation easier. However, cost constraints limit their use particularly in resource limited settings where access to VLS is needed.1 Macintosh laryngoscope converted into VLS using endoscope camera is highly cost effective and can replace VLS to an extent and may prove a boon for airway management.2,3 However, VLS doesn’t always guarantee easier passage of the endotracheal tube (ETT) despite of good laryngeal view, hence may result in longer time for intubation. We wish to highlight an innovation in the technique for its best use. Citation: Bansal T, Jain M, Singh AK, Lal J, Singhal S. An innovative technique for best use of Macintosh laryngoscope converted into videolaryngoscope. Anaesth. pain intensive care 2024;28(6):1138-1139. DOI: 10.35975/apic.v28i6.2633 Correspondence: Dr. Teena Bansal; E-mail: [email protected]

Source: Anaesthesia Pain & Intensive Care

DOI: 10.35975/apic.v28i6.2633

Authors: Teena Bansal, Mamta Jain, Anish Kumar Singh, Jatin Lal, Suresh Singhal

Institution: Pandit Bhagwat Dayal Sharma Post Graduate 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: gold

Estimated APC paid: $190