Retrograde Intubation of a Thyroglossal Cyst in a Child Presenting with Difficult Airway
Journal Title: Indian Journal of Anesthesia and Analgesia - Year 2017, Vol 4, Issue 3
Abstract
This is an interesting case report of anesthetic management of a case of rare thyroglossal cyst on posterior part of tongue in a eight year old child who was posted for cyst removal under general anaesthesia. This case highlights the technique of railroading also called retrograde intubation which was done under sedation ultimately resulted in successful intubation of the patient. This technique is used for the first time in this age group with successful intubation.
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Vinaya R. Kulkarni
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