Canadian journal of respiratory therapy : CJRT = Revue canadienne de la thérapie respiratoire : RCTR
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Cricothyrotomy can either be performed by an "open" cricothyrotomy technique, or by a needle (Seldinger) technique. Clinical uncertainty exists regarding which technique is more effective. We compared three different techniques for cricothyrotomy, performed by anesthesiologists on a manikin. ⋯ This research examines three techniques for cricothyrotomy in the "Can't Intubate, Can't Oxygenate" scenario. Our data, as well as data from other studies, suggest that a practice shift towards a surgical technique, and away from needle based techniques, may be warranted.