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Filter by:The purpose of this study is to examine the effects of different sedation drugs used for the awake fiberoptic intubation procedure. Benzodiazapines and narcotics (such as midazolam and fentanyl) are standard drugs used for sedation during awake fiberoptic intubation. Dexmedetomidine, midazolam, and fentanyl are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) procedural sedation. These drugs might be given to the patient regardless of their participation in the study. In addition to midazolam and fentanyl study subjects will also receive either dexmedetomidine or a placebo (a salt solution that contains no drug). It is believed that dexmedetomidine will not slow down breathing as much as the combination of the valium-like drug and narcotic. In our study, we are trying to determine if this is the best drug for sedation during an awake fiberoptic procedure.
Securing the airway is a pivotal skill for anesthesiologists and emergency care providers. Endotracheal intubation (ETI) is considered the gold standard for securing the airway. When ETI via laryngoscopy has failed, the use of a supraglottic airway device (SGAD) has been recommended. The intubating Laryngeal Tube Suction-Disposable and the LMA Protector are a new step in the evolution of supraglottic airways. Both SGADs are enable to ventilation and oxygenation, but the ventilation channel allow the insertion of an endotracheal tube and the use of fiberoptic bronchoscope. The aim of this study is to compare the time of fiberoptic intubation through the intubating Laryngeal Tube Suction Disposable and the LMA Protector in adult patients.
Difficult airway is a major reason of anesthesia related injuries with latent life threatening complications. Foresee difficult airway in the preoperative period is vital for the patient's safety. The aim of this study is to develop a computer algorithm that can detect whether the patient is a difficult airway based on photographs form six aspects. This method will be decreased potential complication related to difficult airway and increased patient safety.