Fiberoptic intubation is an effective technique for creating airway access in patients with both anticipated and unanticipated difficult airways. This approach can facilitate airway management in a variety of clinical scenarios given with proper preparation and technique. This article overviews the potential significance of this technique. A fiberoptic intubation with a flexible fiberoptic bronchoscope has become a mainstay to achieve difficult airway in awake, sedated, and anesthetized patients.
Its potential importance is recognized for management of both anticipated and unanticipated difficult airways. Fiberoptic technology Briefly, the fiberoptic bronchoscope consists of an eyepiece atop a control handle with a focusing ring that is attached to a thin flexible fiberscope. A thumb control lever allows the distal tip of the scope to be flexed or extended. A separate port that travels…
