Ear, nose, & throat journal
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Ear Nose Throat J
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Transillumination of the cervical airway with the light wand for blind intubation is a valuable adjunct to anesthesiologists and emergency room physicians, particularly for management of the complicated airway in which direct visualization of the larynx is not possible. However, as an alternative to traditional methods, this technique should be practiced in simple cases before it is attempted in more difficult airway cases. ⋯ The incidence of complications remains low but complications may be serious when they occur. We present a case of cricoarytenoid subluxation after blind intubation with a lighted stylet.