Acta anaesthesiologica Sinica
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Acta Anaesthesiol. Sin. · Sep 2001
Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical TrialEvaluation of learning effectiveness in endotracheal intubation by the use of a laryngoscope in combination with a flexible fiberoptic bronchoscope.
Accidental esophageal intubation may cause lethal complications when undetected. We developed a laryngoscope, which utilizes a laryngoscope blade incorporating with a flexible fiberoptic bronchoscope for teaching new learners. We compared two teaching methods, i.e. the traditional method and the new method we contemplated, for teaching new interns. ⋯ By using the new teaching method, the supervisor could easily teach and assess the success of the new learners. Besides, esophageal intubation could be reduced to a minimum with subsequent increase of success rate.