Comparison of glottic views and intubation times in the supine and 25 degree back-up positions.

ABSTRACT:

Background

We explored whether positioning patients in a 25° back-up sniffing position improved glottic views and ease of intubation.

Methods

In the first part of the study, patients were intubated in the standard supine sniffing position. In the second part, the back of the operating table was raised 25° from the horizontal by flexion of the torso at the hips while maintaining the sniffing position. The best view obtained during laryngoscopy was assessed using the Cormack and Lehane classification and Percentage of Glottic Opening (POGO) score. The number of attempts at both laryngoscopy and tracheal intubation, together with the use of ancillary equipment and manoeuvres were recorded. The ease of intubation was indirectly assessed by recording the time interval between beg

SUBMITTER: Reddy RM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5112746 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature