Changes in intracuff pressure of a cuffed endotracheal tube during surgery for congenital heart disease using cardiopulmonary bypass

ConclusionThere was a significant decrease in the CP during CPB and associated hypothermia. This may offer some protection for mucosal perfusion during CPB which is usually associated with lower than normal MAP. However, the decrease in the CP may compromise the tracheal seal which may not offer the intended protection for the airway from aspiration.

Source: Pediatric Anesthesia - March 5, 2015 Category: Anesthesiology Authors: Hiromi Kako, Omar Alkhatib, Senthil G. Krishna, Sarah Khan, Aymen Naguib, Joseph D. Tobias Tags: Original Article Source Type: research