A review of video laryngoscopes relevant to the intensive care unit
Open Access
- 1 July 2014
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishing in Indian Journal of Critical Care Medicine
- Vol. 18 (7), 442-452
- https://doi.org/10.4103/0972-5229.136073
Abstract
The incidence of difficult direct intubation in the intensive care unit (ICU) is estimated to be as high as 20%. Recent advances in video-technology have led to the development of video laryngoscopes as new intubation devices to assist in diffi cult airway management. Clinical studies indicate superiority of video laryngoscopes relative to conventional direct laryngoscopy in selected patients. They are therefore an important addition to the armamentarium of any clinician performing endotracheal intubation. We present a practical review of commonly available video laryngoscopes with respect to design, clinical efficacy, and safety aspects relevant to their use in the ICU.Keywords
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