A survey of extubation practices following orthognathic surgery.
The incidence of respiratory complications following orthognathic surgery was investigated by a survey of 234 private oral and maxillofacial surgeons and residency programs to determine if prolonged postoperative intubation is warranted. The results showed no significant increase in such complications when patients were extubated within 8 hours following surgery compared to longer intubation times.
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Temple University School of Dentistry, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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D006801:Humans; D007396:Internship and Residency; D007442:Intubation, Intratracheal / Q000009:adverse effects; D056948:Orthognathic Surgical Procedures; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000379:methods*; D012120:Respiration Disorders / Q000209:etiology; D013515:Surgery, Oral / Q000193:education; D013997:Time Factors