Intubation What is intubation? Intubation, (Tracheal intubation) is the placement of a flexible plastic tube (Breathing Tube or Endotracheal Tube) into the trachea (windpipe), through the mouth or sometimes …

Dec 1, 2015 · Endotracheal intubation in the ICU is a high-risk procedure, resulting in significant morbidity and mortality. Up to 40% of cases are associated with marked hypoxemia or hypotension. …

Apr 17, 2025 · Background Emergency tracheal intubation in critically ill patients carries a high risk of complications, and practices vary substantially across different settings. Identifying risk factors and …

Jun 23, 2025 · Endotracheal Intubation (ETI) is a common procedure in the emergency department and intensive care units (ICUs). In contrast to elective surgical patients, critically ill patients often face …

May 16, 2019 · Tracheal intubation may be difficult for either anatomical or physiological reasons. An anatomically difficult intubation (sometimes referred to as a “difficult airway”) involves challenges in …

May 13, 2025 · Compared to non-obese patients, obese critically ill exhibit a higher incidence of peri-intubation severe hypoxemia. In this population, worse baseline oxygenation and first-pass intubation …

Extubation What is extubation? The removal of the Breathing Tube or Endotracheal Tube after Intubation of the larynx or trachea (wind pipe). The purpose of extubation in Intensive Care is to take …

In this article, we're going to assess the time frames for how long a breathing tube or an endotracheal tube can stay in.

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Jul 9, 2025 · Background Guidelines recommend immediate endotracheal intubation for patients with a GCS score ≤ 8. However, the impact of immediate airway intubation on patient outcomes remains …