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Canadian Journal of Anesthesia, Vol 3, 244-252, Copyright © 1956 by Canadian Anesthesiologists' Society

The Complications of Endotracheal Anaesthesia

H. C. CARRUTHERS M.D.1 and H B. GRAVES M.D.2

1 Department of Anaesthesiology, Vancouver General Hospital, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC
2 Department of Anaesthesiology, Vancouver General Hospital University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

I have attempted to deal with the complications of endotracheal anaesthesia, stressing some and of necessity dealing briefly with others. These sequelae include injuries and infections of the supraglottic, glottic, and infraglottic areas. Special mention has been given to such entities as laryngeal oedema, laryngeal granuloma, subglottic membrane, and laryngotracheitis. The more unusual complications connected chiefly with mechanical difficulties have been considered. In most instances recommendations for their prevention or treatment have been outlined.

In spite of these complications, the merits of endotracheal anaesthesia stand established at the present time. Sometimes undesirable features are associated with its management, and, unfortunately, these always accrue to the patient Careful discrimination in regard to the selection of the technique, and meticulous management when it is chosen, are essential safeguards in its application.

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Presented at a meeting of the Western Divisions, Canadian Anaesthetists' Society, Vancouver, BC, April 5–7, 1956






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