Use of the bougie in simulated difficult intubation. 2. Comparison of single-use bougie with multiple-use bougie.

We studied the success rates for tracheal intubation in 32 healthy, anaesthetised patients during simulated grade IIIa laryngoscopy, randomised to either the multiple-use or the single-use bougie. Success rates (primary end-point) and times taken (secondary end-point) to achieve tracheal intubation...

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Main Authors: Marfin, A, Pandit, J, Hames, K, Popat, M, Yentis, S
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2003