Effectiveness of the C-MAC video laryngoscope in the management of unexpected failed intubations.
Braz J Anesthesiol
; 64(1): 62-5, 2014.
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES: The purpose of this study was to review the experiences of an anesthesiology department regarding the use of a C-MAC videolaryngoscope in unexpected failed intubation attempts. METHODS: Data were analyzed from 42 patients whose intubation attempts using Macintosh direct laryngoscopes had failed, and on whom a C-MAC videolaryngoscope was utilized as the primary rescue device. The success rate of C-MAC in intubation was assessed, and laryngeal views from both devices were compared. RESULTS: The Cormack and Lehane score was III in 41 patients, and IV in one patient, with the Macintosh laryngoscope, while Cormack and Lehane score was I in 27 patients, II in 14 and III in one with CMAC. Tracheal intubation with CMAC was successful on the first attempt in 36 patients (86%), and on the second attempt in 6 patients (14%). No complications were observed other than minor damage (blood on blade) in 8 patients (19%). CONCLUSION: These data provide evidence for the clinical effectiveness of C-MAC videolaryngoscope in managing the unexpected failed intubations in routine anesthesia care. The C-MAC videolaryngoscope is efficient and safe as a primary rescue device in unexpected failed intubations.
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Assunto principal:
Gravação em Vídeo
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Laringoscópios
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Intubação Intratraqueal
Tipo de estudo:
Observational_studies
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Adult
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Aged
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
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En
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Braz J Anesthesiol
Ano de publicação:
2014
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Article
País de publicação:
Brasil