Anesthesiologists are involved: Anesthesiologists are involved

Because placement of the Combitube has been associated with esophageal injury, its use should be reserved for emergency situations

• LMA placement is possible in most patients who cannot be intubated and will permit adequate oxygenation and ventilation

• The LMA is an appropriate rescue device for difficult air way situation in trauma, provide that there is no major anatomic injury or hemorrhage in the mouth and larynx.

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Trans tracheal jet ventilation:

• Trans tracheal jet ventilation:

• through a Percutaneous catheter attached to a high-pressure fresh gas source

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