Aspiration Pneumonia — Efficacy of Surface Landmark Palpation for Identification of the Cricoid Cartilage in Obstetric Patients
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Efficacy of Surface Landmark Palpation for Identification of the Cricoid Cartilage in Obstetric Patients
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