Head-Elevated Laryngoscopy Position for Morbidly Obese Patients

Authors

  • Craig Troop M.D. Practicing anesthesiologist: Dallas, Texas USA Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47363/JSAR/2020(1)102

Keywords:

Laryngoscopy , Position, Morbidly, Obese Patients

Abstract

Intubating obese patients can be challenging, especially when the patient is lying flat. Studies have shown that positioning the obese patient on a ramp can increase first pass successful intubation and help prevent complications.

Author Biography

  • Craig Troop M.D. , Practicing anesthesiologist: Dallas, Texas USA

    Craig Troop M.D. , Practicing anesthesiologist: Dallas, Texas USA 

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Published

2020-06-22