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Nasotracheal intubation for head and neck surgery
Author(s) -
Hall C. E. J.,
Shutt L. E.
Publication year - 2003
Publication title -
anaesthesia
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.839
H-Index - 117
eISSN - 1365-2044
pISSN - 0003-2409
DOI - 10.1046/j.1365-2044.2003.03034.x
Subject(s) - medicine , nasotracheal intubation , intubation , head and neck , larynx , limiting , pharynx , surgery , anesthesia , head and neck surgery , general surgery , otorhinolaryngology , mechanical engineering , engineering
Summary Nasotracheal intubation offers the head and neck surgeon more scope for surgical manoeuvre in operations of the mouth, pharynx, larynx and also the neck. Concern over the complications of using this route of intubation and lack of training may be limiting its use. A thorough knowledge of the anatomy, benefits of using nasal vasoconstrictors and attention to technique are prerequisites to maintaining the skill. This article reviews each of these topics and aims to encourage the appropriate use of nasotracheal intubation in current practice.