Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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10123490 | British Journal of Anaesthesia | 2005 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Application of a semi-rigid cervical collar can significantly reduce mouth opening. This could hinder definitive airway placement. Our results support removing the anterior portion of the collar before attempts at tracheal intubation.
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C.M. Goutcher, V Lochhead,