Detection of extrinsic bronchial compression during foreign body removal by pulse oximetry

A case of stridor is described which was due to the presence of a foreign body in the larynx of an infant. Following partial removal, compression of the right main bronchus was detected because of continuing low arterial oxygen saturation. The use of pulse oximetry allowed this complication to be id...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Journal of laryngology and otology 1990-01, Vol.104 (1), p.50-51
Hauptverfasser:	Morrissey, M. S. C., Venn, P. J. H., Chan, H. Y., Whittet, H.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Airway Obstruction - diagnosis Airway Obstruction - etiology Biological and medical sciences Bronchi - pathology Clinical Records Constriction, Pathologic Ent, stomatology, face, injuries. Foreign bodies. Diseases due to physical agents: otorhinolaryngology Esophagus Foreign Bodies - complications Foreign Bodies - therapy Humans Infant Larynx Male Medical sciences Oximetry Respiratory Sounds - etiology Traumas. Diseases due to physical agents
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