Paediatric anaesthesia
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Paediatric anaesthesia · May 2021
Observational StudyRapid and safe removal of foreign bodies in the upper esophagus in children using an optimized Miller size 3 video laryngoscope blade - a prospective observational trial.
Foreign bodies lodged in the upper esophagus in children may result in life-threatening complications, especially with button batteries. Rapid removal is essential to prevent complications. Experts report that extraction with a suitable laryngoscope and a forceps is feasible under general anesthesia, but no further data had been available so far. ⋯ The new Miller size 3 video laryngoscope enables rapid, easy, and reliable extraction of foreign bodies when they are located in the upper part of the esophagus. As early removal of esophageal foreign bodies, especially with button batteries, prevents life-threatening complications, we suggest this technique as the first choice of treatment.
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Paediatric anaesthesia · May 2021
Editorial Historical ArticleGlobal surgery in the 21st century: The voice from Africa - We need a new model.