Anest. intenziv. Med. 2000;11(3):100-101
Tracheal Rupture during Orotracheal Intubation in General Anesthesia - a Case ReportArticles
- ARO Městské nemocnice Mariánské Lázně, primář MUDr. P. Heriban
After induction of general anesthesia, orotracheal intubation was performed. The signs of ruptured trachea occured soon afterwards. This is a rarecomplication of intubation if a stylet is not used or if prolonged intubation is not the case. The complication was immediately successfully managed.
Keywords: orotracheal intubation; general anesthesia; low pressure cuff; trachea; emphysema
Published: June 1, 2000 Show citation