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Bronchial Thermoplasty: A Novel Therapeutic Approach to Severe Asthma
Published on: November 4, 2010
[Our bronchial blocker experiences in one lung ventilation].
Tülay Hoşten1, Yavuz Gürkan, Emre Sahillioğlu
1Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Faculty of Medicine, Kocaeli University, Kocaeli, Turkey. tulayhosten@hotmail.com
Tuberkuloz Ve Toraks
|August 29, 2009
Summary
Bronchial blockers offer a viable alternative for one-lung ventilation in thoracic surgery. These devices were successfully used in most patients, demonstrating their effectiveness in airway management during complex procedures.
Area of Science:
- Thoracic Surgery
- Anesthesiology
- Respiratory Care
Context:
- One-lung ventilation (OLV) is crucial for thoracic surgery.
- Advances necessitate effective OLV devices.
- Bronchial blockers are an alternative to traditional methods.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the efficacy and safety of bronchial blockers for OLV in thoracic surgery.
- To compare experiences with Cohen and Arndt bronchial blockers.
Summary:
- Fifteen thoracic surgery patients requiring OLV received either Cohen or Arndt bronchial blockers.
- Successful OLV was achieved in most patients, with minor repositioning needed for two.
- One case with a congenital tracheal bronchus was unsuccessful.
Impact:
- Bronchial blockers can be a safe and effective alternative airway device for OLV.
- Device selection should consider patient factors and surgical context.
- Further research may optimize bronchial blocker use in thoracic anesthesia.
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