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Natl J Maxillofac Surg
; 1(1): 74-7, 2010 Jan.
Artigo
em Inglês
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-22442557
RESUMO
Complex maxillofacial trauma requires a modification of intubation as it precludes both oral and nasal intubation. Tracheostomy is not preferred due to its associated complications. Submental intubation comes as a rescue in such situations as it provides an uninterrupted access to the operative field with due control over airway and minimal side effects.