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Prolonged intubation after robotic-assisted hysterectomy for endometrial cancer: Case reports.

Authors :
Ciccone MA
Hom MS
Morocco EB
Muderspach LI
Matsuo K
Source :
Gynecologic oncology reports [Gynecol Oncol Rep] 2018 Jun 12; Vol. 25, pp. 106-108. Date of Electronic Publication: 2018 Jun 12 (Print Publication: 2018).
Publication Year :
2018

Abstract

•Experienced prolonged intubation after robotic hysterectomy for endometrial cancer•Risk triad: Trendelenburg position, high pneumo-pressure, and excess hydration•Recognition of the risk triad is key to avoiding airway complications in robotic surgery.•Introduction of a 5-step method to prevent airway complications in robotic surgery.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
2352-5789
Volume :
25
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Gynecologic oncology reports
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
30003133
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gore.2018.06.005