Articles on resuscitation, airway, circulation, paediatric emergencies and emergency drugs – reviewed by a physician.
In emergency anaesthesia the laryngeal mask and laryngeal tube serve as Plan B, and in resuscitation they are a pragmatic option for oxygenation. This article compares both systems and covers indications, size selection according to the manufacturer, common pitfalls and their role according to DAS 2025.
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The CICO situation is rare, but it leaves almost no time. Recognising it early and proceeding to emergency cricothyroidotomy without hesitation substantially shortens the hypoxic phase. This article summarises recognition, decision-making, the scalpel-bougie-tube technique and training needs in line with the Difficult Airway Society algorithm (DAS 2025).
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Rapid sequence induction is a high-risk procedure that is performed more safely when preparation, team roles and the airway plan are agreed before the first drug is given. This article summarises the RSI procedure, the checklist, drugs with doses according to the summary of product characteristics and the Plan A to C airway strategy for clinical practice.
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