Curved knife "Khukuri" injury in the back and anaesthesia induction in lateral position for thoracotomy
Penetrating injury in the back with knife (Khukri) demands induction of anaesthesia and intubation in lateral position. In thoracic injury a double lumen tube placement is required to facilitate one lung ventilation during thoracotomy. In emerging situation, we could successfully execute induction...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Nepal Medical Association
2010-12-01
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Series: | Journal of Nepal Medical Association |
Online Access: | http://jnma.com.np/jnma/index.php/jnma/article/view/63 |