Blind Nasal Intubation as a Rescue Strategy in Difficult Airway Management

This case underlines the efficacy of blind nasal intubation as a rescue strategy in challenging airway management scenarios, particularly when conventional methods fail. While not the gold standard, blind nasal intubation offers a feasible alternative, especially in cases of limited mouth opening or compromised airway anatomy. This approach is also less invasive and requires fewer logistical resources than surgical cricothyrotomy, which typically necessitates an operating room and an ear, nose, and throat specialist.

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HCA Healthcare Journal of Medicine
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2025-02-28
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https://doi.org/10.36518/2689-0216.1790
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Airway Management and Intubation Techniques
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Blind Nasal Intubation as a Rescue Strategy in Difficult Airway Management

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HCA Healthcare Journal of Medicine
Airway Management and Intubation Techniques
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Blind Nasal Intubation as a Rescue Strategy in Difficult Airway Management

Rajiv Chowdhury, Ashok Nair, Dheeraj Kamalam, Rohit Jaishankar
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Abstract

This case underlines the efficacy of blind nasal intubation as a rescue strategy in challenging airway management scenarios, particularly when conventional methods fail. While not the gold standard, blind nasal intubation offers a feasible alternative, especially in cases of limited mouth opening or compromised airway anatomy. This approach is also less invasive and requires fewer logistical resources than surgical cricothyrotomy, which typically necessitates an operating room and an ear, nose, and throat specialist.

HCA Healthcare Journal of MedicineVol. 6(1)
Ross University School of Medicine (BB)
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Airway Management and Intubation Techniques
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