Orotracheal intubation of rats by transillumination.
We described a new technique of orotracheal intubation in the rat. This technique is performed under direct vision by transillumination to obtain a better view of the rat's small and distant vocal cords. We also emphasize overextension of the neck to allow for a more direct path to the animal's trachea. This technique is easily learned, is atraumatic, and does not depend on expensive equipment.
Cambron
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Department of Cardiovascular Surgery, Montreal Heart Institute, Quebec, Canada.
Latulippe
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Nguyen
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Cartier
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D000818:Animals; D007442:Intubation, Intratracheal / Q000379:methods / Q000662:veterinary*; D007830:Larynx; D051381:Rats; D014172:Transillumination / Q000379:methods / Q000662:veterinary*