Journal of clinical anesthesia
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Case Reports
Use of the Augustine stylet anticipating difficult tracheal intubation in Treacher-Collins syndrome.
Treacher-Collins syndrome is a familial and congenital condition often associated with a difficult airway. Although the condition is rare, the anesthesia care provider may encounter it on occasion. ⋯ A nasotracheal intubation using the stylet component of a recently introduced airway device, the Augustine Guide, was successfully performed. This is believed to be the first reported use of this method using the Augustine stylet.