Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery : official journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
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J. Oral Maxillofac. Surg. · Aug 1992
Practice Guideline GuidelineThe prevention and treatment of aspiration of vomitus during pharmacosedation and general anesthesia.
The aspiration of gastric contents can occur in patients with a depressed level of consciousness. Pulmonary aspiration is a serious potential complication of pharmacosedation and general anesthesia. ⋯ Treatment of aspiration is dependent on the nature of the aspirate. Identifying aspiration-susceptible patients, employing preventive measures, and using careful anesthetic technique can effectively reduce the risk of aspiration.