Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8716946 | African Journal of Emergency Medicine | 2017 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
In our small sample, we found DL to be superior to VL in relation to a reduced risk of failed intubation and frequency of intubation attempts despite VL being superior in obtaining a good view of the vocal cords in a face-to-face intubation scenario. We found no statistically significant difference in the time taken to intubate in any scenarios. A larger study is required to inform practice and education around prehospital use of VL.
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Authors
Tyron Maartens, Benjamin de Waal,