Identifying endotracheal tube (ETT) cuff hyperinflation without a manometer: a simple method
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DOI: 10.1007/s10877-020-00498-8
Abstract: Endotracheal tube (ETT) cuff hyperinflation is known to cause ischaemia of tracheal mucosa, postoperative sore throat and many other complications [1, 2]. The recommended ETT cuff pressure is between 20 and 30 cm of water… read more here.
Keywords: cuff; cuff pressure; method; ett cuff ... See more keywords
A mobile terminal application program was used for endotracheal tube cuff pressure measurement
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DOI: 10.1007/s10877-020-00499-7
Abstract: We studied the application of a mobile terminal application program in endotracheal tube (ETT) cuff pressure measurement to improve the implementation rate of scientific ETT cuff pressure measurement and to ensure that the pressure falls… read more here.
Keywords: mobile terminal; terminal application; cuff pressure; pressure ... See more keywords
The Elevation of Double-Lumen Tube Cuff Pressure During Lung Surgery: A Single-Center Prospective Observational Study☆,☆.
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DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2022.06.006
Abstract: OBJECTIVES Excessive tracheal tube cuff pressure can cause postoperative complications; however, the variations in the double-lumen tube cuff pressure in lung surgery have not been investigated. This study aimed to determine the incidence and variations… read more here.
Keywords: lumen tube; lung; cuff pressure; pressure ... See more keywords
Computerized Cuff Pressure Algometry as Guidance for Circumferential Tissue Compression for Wearable Soft Robotic Applications: A Systematic Review.
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DOI: 10.1089/soro.2017.0046
Abstract: In this article, we review the literature on quantitative sensory testing of deep somatic pain by means of computerized cuff pressure algometry (CPA) in search of pressure-related safety guidelines for wearable soft exoskeleton and robotics… read more here.
Keywords: pressure algometry; wearable soft; computerized cuff; review ... See more keywords
"Effect of Tracheal Intubation Mode on Cuff Pressure During Retractor Splay and Dysphonia Recovery after for Anterior Cervical Spine Surgery: A Randomized Clinical Trial" by Huang et al.
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DOI: 10.1097/brs.0000000000003578
Abstract: 1. Were all patients operated by the same surgeon? Did all team members have same level of surgical experience? It would add value to the results as whether it affected the incidence of complications or… read more here.
Keywords: cuff pressure; recovery; intubation; dysphonia ... See more keywords
Modification of Tracheal Cuff Shape and Continuous Cuff Pressure Control to Prevent Microaspiration in an Ex Vivo Pig Tracheal Two-Lung Model
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DOI: 10.1097/ccm.0000000000002764
Abstract: Objectives: Microaspiration of subglottic secretions plays a pivotal role in ventilator-associated pneumonia. Impact of endotracheal tube cuff material and shape on tracheal sealing performance remains debated. The primary objective was to compare the tracheal sealing… read more here.
Keywords: pressure control; continuous cuff; cuff; cuff pressure ... See more keywords
Effectiveness of Continuous Cuff Pressure Control in Preventing Ventilator-Associated Pneumonia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials*
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DOI: 10.1097/ccm.0000000000005630
Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Microaspiration of subglottic secretions is the main pathogenic mechanism for ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP). Adequate inflation of the endotracheal cuff is pivotal to providing an optimal seal of the extraluminal airway. However, cuff pressure substantially… read more here.
Keywords: meta analysis; controlled trials; cuff pressure; ccpc ... See more keywords
Endotracheal tube cuff pressure changes during manual cuff pressure control manoeuvres: An in‐vitro assessment
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DOI: 10.1111/aas.13249
Abstract: Endotracheal tube (ETT) cuffs are designed to seal the lower airway for precise ventilation and to protect against ingress of pathogens from the pharyngeal space. Therefore, a minimal continuous cuff pressure must be maintained. Aim… read more here.
Keywords: pressure control; manual cuff; endotracheal tube; cuff pressure ... See more keywords
The effect of saline versus air for cuff inflation on the incidence of high intra‐cuff pressure in paediatric MicroCuff® tracheal tubes: a randomised controlled trial
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DOI: 10.1111/anae.15493
Abstract: The use of cuffed tracheal tubes in paediatric anaesthesia is now common. The use of nitrous oxide in anaesthesia risks excessive tracheal tube cuff pressures, as nitrous oxide can diffuse into the cuff during the… read more here.
Keywords: air; saline; cuff; cuff pressure ... See more keywords
Postoperative sore throat after laparoscopic surgery
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DOI: 10.1111/anae.15695
Abstract: We read with great interest the article by Cho et al. [1] reporting the effect of tracheal tube size on postoperative sore throat after laparoscopic surgery. They found smaller tracheal tubes reduced postoperative sore throat… read more here.
Keywords: sore throat; postoperative sore; pressure; cuff pressure ... See more keywords
Effects of three endotracheal tube cuff pressure control measures on microaspiration of gastric content: Study protocol for randomised controlled trial.
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DOI: 10.1111/jocn.16493
Abstract: AIM To analyse the effect of endotracheal tube cuff pressure control measures on the microaspiration of the stomach contents by measuring at the level of pepsin in deep tracheal aspiration. DESIGN A single-blind, randomised controlled… read more here.
Keywords: cuff pressure; endotracheal tube; control; tube cuff ... See more keywords