Application of the Mizus endotracheal obturator in tracheostomy and tentative extubation.
A variety of catheters, stylets, and obturators have been used to assist with problems in airway management. Obturators specifically designed for airway use are now available in different sizes. The pediatric-size obturators (2.2 mm diameter) can be placed into the airways of most patients without apparent respiratory impairment. Use of these obturators to preserve a path to the airway is described in cases of tracheostomy and tentative extubation. The advantages and disadvantages inherent in the use of such obturators are described.
Audenaert
S M
SM
Department of Anesthesiology, University of Louisville, KY.
Montgomery
C L
CL
Slayton
D
D
Berger
R
R
D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007442:Intubation, Intratracheal / Q000295:instrumentation*; D008875:Middle Aged; D014139:Tracheostomy / Q000295:instrumentation*