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S E P T E M B E R 2 0 1 4 | O U T P AT I E N T S U R G E R Y M A G A Z I N E O N L I N E
tracheal tube. Straight sedation often results in obstruction requiring
significant airway manipulation; the act of paralyzing and intubating
patients comes with its own risks. One easy way to accomplish these
cases is to place an SGA, attach the bronchoscope connector with the
port to the back of the SGA and proceed. This way you have a sponta-
neously ventilating patient with a secure airway without the risk of
constant obstruction or the risks association with intubation.
Your ETT's pulled out in the prone or lateral
position? Use an SGA.
Having an ETT pulled out in the prone or lateral position has
happened to me on more than one occasion. Depending on the sur-
gery, it isn't always as simple as placing the patient supine and reintu-
bating. Besides, few
providers are skilled at
lateral and prone intu-
bations. The first thing
you should do is place
an SGA and continue
to keep the patient
anesthetized and venti-
lated. This gives you
time until you have an
optimal chance to rein-
tubate.
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