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Delayed recognition of esophageal intubation

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  21 May 2015

Kenneth C. Dittrich
Kenneth C. Dittrich*
Affiliation:
Department of Emergency Medicine, King Fahad National Guard Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
*
Department of Emergency Medicine, King Fahad National Guard Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia; dittrich@naseej.com.sa

Abstract

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It is important for clinicians to be aware of the sensitivity and limitations of commonly used methods to confirm endotracheal tube placement. Overreliance on insensitive indicators can lead to delayed recognition of esophageal intubation. The case presented highlights this concern.

Keywords

esophagealintubationmortality
Type
Case Report • Observations
Information
Canadian Journal of Emergency Medicine , Volume 4 , Issue 1 , January 2002 , pp. 41 - 44
Copyright
Copyright © Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians 2002

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