Archives of otolaryngology--head & neck surgery
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Arch. Otolaryngol. Head Neck Surg. · Oct 2010
Obstructive sleep apnea syndrome and postoperative complications: clinical use of the STOP-BANG questionnaire.
To determine whether high risk scores on preoperative STOP-BANG (Snoring, Tiredness during daytime, Observed apnea, high blood Pressure, Body mass index, Age, Neck circumference, Gender) questionnaires during preoperative evaluation correlated with a higher rate of complications of obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS). ⋯ The STOP-BANG questionnaire is useful for preoperative identification of patients at higher than normal risk for surgical complications, probably because it identifies patients with occult OSAS.
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Arch. Otolaryngol. Head Neck Surg. · Oct 2010
Case ReportsUse of the King LT for emergency airway management.
To discuss the role of the King LT reusable supraglottic airway in emergency airway management. ⋯ The King LT offers benefits in emergency situations, but evaluation of the airway is challenging and often necessitates tracheostomy for establishment of a safe and secure airway. Even if tracheostomy is not required, serious complications may occur.