Intubation, Tracheostomy, and Cricothyrotomy
摘要
This chapter details the indications for intubation, tracheostomy, and cricothyrotomy, three life-saving procedures in a patient with an obstructed airway. For patients who require awake intubation, the contents of the intubation tray are described in detail with illustrations. The steps in intubation and the various methods of bringing the endolarynx into view are described in detail. The complications of intubation are also described. The section on tracheostomy covers the indications, instruments required, commonly used tracheostomy tubes, detailed steps of tracheostomy and complications. This section is amply illustrated with clinical photographs. The surface marking for cricothyrotomy relative to tracheostomy is described with clinical photographs. The indications, method and complications of cricothyrotomy are also described. This chapter has two videos, one illustrating a complication of intubation and the second showing a step-by-step demonstration of pediatric tracheostomy done using a meticulous technique to prevent complications.