Journal of clinical anesthesia
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A 32-week parturient required partial thyroidectomy for suspicious carcinoma. The surgeon requested laryngeal nerve monitoring to decrease the chances of laryngeal nerve injury during surgery. ⋯ A fiberoptic bronchoscope inserted through the laryngeal mask airway provided an unhindered view of vocal cords for laryngeal nerve identification and testing during surgery. This combined technique also offered the advantages of a secured airway, as well as positive pressure ventilation in the parturient during thyroid surgery.
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The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a modified Macintosh blade for reducing the chances of directly contacting the teeth and providing a satisfactory laryngoscopic view during laryngoscopies by novice laryngoscopists. ⋯ The modified Macintosh blade used in this study proved to be a useful device for training novice laryngoscopists with respect to procedure effectiveness and patient safety.