Korean J Anesthesiol.  1992 Oct;25(5):833-845. 10.4097/kjae.1992.25.5.833.

Fiberopitc Intervention of the Airway

• Park SK

• KMID: 2090732
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4097/kjae.1992.25.5.833

Abstract

To minimize morbidity arising from airway management related to anesthesia, the anesthesiologist performs a through history and physical examination and approaches all patients with well-through-out plans for various eventualities. Numerous anatomic and pathologic abnormalities may lead to difficult tracheal intubation. Failed tracheal intubation is frustrating, increase the risk of pulmonary aspiration, and may contribute to organ ischemia and then it imminently endangers the patients life and necessitates invasive approaches to ventilation. Use of the flexible fiberoptic bronchoscope has become an essential skill for anesthesiologists confronted with anatomic or physiologic abnormalities of the upper airway. The widespread availability of flexible fiberoptic bronchoscope has allowed anesthesiologists to use fiberoptic techniques eariler in airway instrumentation and, thereby, avoid failed intubation and trauma to the airway. This review will focus on practical information that will aid in successful utilization of fiberoptic bronchoscope.

MeSH Terms

Airway Management
Anesthesia
Bronchoscopes
Humans
Intubation
Ischemia
Physical Examination
Ventilation