Arytenoid dislocation while using a McCoy laryngoscope.
Arytenoid dislocation (AD) involves either a complete disruption of the cricoarytenoid joint or a malpositioning of the arytenoid cartilages (AC) with reference to other laryngeal cartilages. In this report, we present a case of AD while using a McCoy laryngoscope. Although McCoy laryngoscope is recognized as a useful option for the cases of difficult endotracheal intubation, we are concerned that AD is likely with this device.
Usui
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Department of Anesthesia, Asahi Chuoh Hospital, Asahi, Chiba, Japan.
Saito
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Goto
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D000328:Adult; D001193:Arytenoid Cartilage / Q000293:injuries*; D004867:Equipment Design; D006801:Humans; D007442:Intubation, Intratracheal; D004204:Joint Dislocations / Q000209:etiology*; D020704:Laryngoscopes / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male