title: Video laryngoscope as an assist tool in lateral position laryngoscopy.
abstract: Difficult airway is one of the most challenging situations invariably encountered in modern anesthesia practice and requires a high level of skill. This case report highlights the use of video laryngoscopy as an assist device for lateral position intubation in a patient with a large lumbar mass who was unable to lie supine. This case emphasis the significance of careful approach to planning and preparation in the management of airway in such a case.
authors.affiliation: Department of Anaesthesia, GGS Medical College and Hospital, Faridkot, Punjab, India.
authors.forename: Haramritpal
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Kaur
authors.affiliation: Department of Anaesthesia, GGS Medical College and Hospital, Faridkot, Punjab, India.
authors.forename: Gurpreet
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Singh
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, GGS Medical College and Hospital, Faridkot, Punjab, India.
authors.forename: Amandeep
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Singh
authors.affiliation: Department of Anaesthesia, GGS Medical College and Hospital, Faridkot, Punjab, India.
authors.forename: Manpreet
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Kaur
authors.affiliation: Department of Anaesthesia, GGS Medical College and Hospital, Faridkot, Punjab, India.
authors.forename: Gagandeep
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Sharda
keywords: Difficult airway; lateral position; video laryngoscope