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A "last ditch" airway.

J A Fisher

    Canadian Anaesthetists' Society Journal
    |May 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary
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    This study proposes using an intravenous tubing connector spike for emergency percutaneous tracheostomy. This readily available device offers a potential life-saving airway management solution in critical situations.

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    Area of Science:

    • Emergency Medicine
    • Surgical Devices
    • Airway Management

    Background:

    • Difficult airway management poses a significant clinical challenge.
    • Failed intubation necessitates rapid alternative airway access.
    • Limited availability of specialized equipment in emergencies can impede care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To introduce and describe the potential use of an intravenous tubing connector spike.
    • To present this device as a makeshift percutaneous tracheostomy tool.
    • To highlight its accessibility and adaptability in emergency airway scenarios.

    Main Methods:

    • The intravenous tubing connector spike is proposed as an emergency percutaneous tracheostomy device.
    • Insertion is described through the cricothyroid space using a scalpel or scissors.

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  • Adaptability for ventilation and spontaneous respiration is discussed.

    • Main Results:

    • The device is readily available in clinical settings with intravenous solutions.
    • It is portable and can be easily carried.
    • Its shape is suitable for connection to ventilation equipment.

    Conclusions:

    • The intravenous tubing connector spike is a viable, accessible option for emergency percutaneous tracheostomy.
    • It can facilitate ventilation and spontaneous respiration when other methods fail.
    • Further clinical evaluation or experience is needed to confirm its efficacy in practice.