An original backup technique to assess the correct positioning of right-sided double-lumen tubes without fiberoptic bronchoscopy: A pilot feasibility study

Background: Accurate positioning of a right-sided double-lumen tube is essential but challenging due to the location and the potential obstruction of the right upper lobe bronchus. Fiberoptic bronchoscopy is, therefore, necessary but requires a specific training period for the anesthesiologist and m...

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Main Authors: Céline Khalifa, Sophie Fossoul, Mona Momeni, Valérie Lacroix, Christine Watremez
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications 2020-01-01
Series:Annals of Cardiac Anaesthesia
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Online Access:http://www.annals.in/article.asp?issn=0971-9784;year=2020;volume=23;issue=1;spage=75;epage=79;aulast=Khalifa