British dental journal
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British dental journal · May 2015
Randomized Controlled TrialThe laryngeal tube - a helpful tool for cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the dental office?
Supraglottic airway adjuncts such as the laryngeal tube (LT) have been recommended to be used by cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) first responders.Objective This study aims to evaluate the performance characteristics of dental students and dentists using the LT in comparison to a conventional bag valve mask device (BVM) within manikin CPR training. ⋯ Lower tidal volumes but also lower or even no gastric inflation may be observed when dentists use a laryngeal tube during CPR. Respective training must focus on chest compressions. These must be started before inserting the LT or a different supraglottic airway adjunct and be delivered continuously during insertion. It is recommended to use a supraglottic airway such as an LT only after having been trained in its use.
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British dental journal · May 2015
Comparative StudyPeripheral venous or tibial intraosseous access for medical emergency treatment in the dental office?
The anterior tibia has been recommended as emergency vascular access site if the intravenous route cannot be used. ⋯ Within the limitation of this study, it can be demonstrated that the chances to perform a successful vascular access for inexperienced dentists may be higher when using the tibial intraosseous route for emergency intravascular medication.