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  • Title: [Fiber optic orotracheal intubation].
    Author: Jantzen JP, Kleemann PP, Hein HA.
    Journal: Anasth Intensivther Notfallmed; 1987 Feb; 22(1):14-6. PubMed ID: 3578716.
    Abstract:
    Fiberoptic intubation is widely accepted in the management of a "difficult airway". In the majority of these cases the underlying anatomical findings require a nasal approach. We report a case of fiberoptic intubation where nasal passage was not possible. Orotracheal fiberoptic intubation was easily performed using a Williams oral airway and a Patil-Syracuse face mask. We recommend this technique for those cases where fiberoptic intubation is indicated but contraindications to the transnasal route apply and an "asleep-intubation" is desired.
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