Incidence and Predictors of Difficult and Impossible Mask Ventilation

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Sachin Kheterpal · Marymount University

Richard Han · Marymount University

Kevin K. Tremper

Amy Shanks

Alan R. Tait · Marymount University

Michael O’Reilly · Marymount University

Thomas A. Ludwig · Marymount University

Abstract

The authors observed the incidence of grade 3 MV to be 1.4%, similar to studies with the same definition of difficult MV. Presence of a beard is the only easily modifiable independent risk factor for difficult MV. The mandibular protrusion test may be an essential element of the airway examination.

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Airway Management and Intubation Techniques Tracheal and airway disorders Foreign Body Medical Cases

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Published in: Anesthesiology

Volume 105, Issue 5, pp. 885-891

DOI: 10.1097/00000542-200611000-00007

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