Medicina intensiva
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Intubation in the Intensive Care Unit: C-MAC video laryngoscope versus Macintosh laryngoscope.
Various modifications of the Macintosh blade and direct laryngoscopy have been incorporated into practice to improve the intubation success rate and avoid complications while ensuring patient safety. This study evaluates the usefulness of two different direct laryngoscopy methods used by operators with various level of experience in the Intensive Care Unit. ⋯ The use of video laryngoscope for intubation in ICU settings results in better visualization of the glottis and a higher incidence of successful intubation attempts.