Management of neonatal difficult airway emergencies in the delivery room
Elaina E. Lin, Olivia Nelson, Rebecca S. Isserman, Alicia A. Henderson, Natalie E. Rintoul, Janet Lioy, Luv Javia, Kha M. Tran, John E. Fiadjoe
Abstract
Neonatal airway emergencies in the delivery room are associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Etiologies vary, but often predispose the neonate to life threatening airway obstruction. With the recent expansion of fetal medicine programs, pediatric anesthesiologists are increasingly being asked to care for these patients. In this review, we discuss common etiologies of difficult airway at delivery, management tools and techniques, and surgical approaches.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineEtiologyIntensive care medicineAirwayAirway obstructionAirway managementSurgeryInternal medicineTracheal and airway disordersAirway Management and Intubation TechniquesTeratomas and Epidermoid Cysts