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Canadian Journal of Anesthesia, Vol 2, 247-250, Copyright © 1955 by Canadian Anesthesiologists' Society

Acute Laryngotracheobronchitis

A. W. CONN M.D.1

1 Department of Anaesthesia, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto

Tbe disease, acute laryngotracheobronchitis, is discussed from the viewpoint of the anaesthetist. The age incidence and aetiology are mentioned and the pathological changes leading to respiratory obstruction with its consequences are outlined.

The main clinical features of a fulminating case are described.

The treatment of the mild case is outlined, it should provide a humid atmosphere, antibiotic therapy, and mild sedation.

A severe case is treated, in addition, by early tracheotomy. The preoperative and surgical management is presented. The postoperative complications are summarized.






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