Category: can’t intubate can’t ventilate

Illustration of aspirating air from a transtracheal catheter prior to percutaneous jet ventilation

Essential Guide to Catheter-Over-Needle Cricothyrotomy

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Catheter-over-needle cricothyrotomy (CONC) and using percutaneous jet ventilation (PCJV), is a front-of-neck airway (FONA) technique that can be lifesaving when conventional airway methods fail during can’t intubate can’t ventilate (CICV) situations. While lifesaving, it carries risks like airway obstruction and cardiovascular collapse. Proper training, adherence to indications, and vigilant monitoring during use are essential for safe application in emergencies. #anesthesia #FOAMED Read More …

Failed Intubation: Strategies for Successful Airway Management

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Airway emergencies, especially failed intubations, can lead to severe complications like hypoxia or death. Leadership and teamwork are crucial in managing these situations effectively. Common issues include delayed decision-making and poor communication. Early use of supraglottic airway devices can provide vital ventilation, while emergency procedures like jet ventilation and cricothyrotomy are essential when standard methods fail. #anesthesia, # FOAMED Read More …

A Trick for Difficult Intubation in a Micro Preemie

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Post describes detailed account of a challenging intubation procedure for a micro preemie. Case description and discussion of high-risk factors. #FOAMED #anesthesia # neonatology Read More …

photo of Dr. Christine Whitten at the 35th International Annual Conference of Egyptian Anesthesia 2019

Preventing Airway Emergencies

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I’m in Egypt at the 35th International Conference Egyptian Anesthesia 2019. I was given the great honor of presenting my article on the 10 Rules For Approaching Difficult Intubation: Always Prepare For Failure. Preparation, Decision Making, Teamwork and Communication are key to preventing airway emergencies. Read More …

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Difficult Intubation In A Newborn

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The unanticipated difficult neonatal intubation in L&D greatly complicates neonatal resuscitation. This discussion highlights the approach to difficult ventilation & intubation in the newborn. #FOAMED Read More …

Airway Emergency: Start With The Basics of Airway Management

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A case of “can’t intubate- can’t ventilate is discussed which illustrates the importance of always using good techniques of basic airway management. Read More …