The efficacy of cricoid pressure in preventing gastro-oesophageal reflux in rapid sequence induction of anaesthesia
Journal article
Ewart, L. 2011. The efficacy of cricoid pressure in preventing gastro-oesophageal reflux in rapid sequence induction of anaesthesia. Journal of Perioperative Practice. 17 (9), pp. 432-436. https://doi.org/10.1177/175045890701700903
Authors | Ewart, L. |
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Abstract | Aspiration pneumonitis (AP) is a recognised complication of general anaesthesia (GA) that has an associated morbidity and mortality. Sellick’s manoeuvre – the application of a sustained pressure to the cricoid cartilage – is one commonly taught anaesthetic practice that is deemed to reduce this risk of aspiration. However, this practice is not without its failings and some of the evidence base surrounding the use |
Year | 2011 |
Journal | Journal of Perioperative Practice |
Journal citation | 17 (9), pp. 432-436 |
Publisher | SAGE |
ISSN | 1750-4589 |
2515-7949 | |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.1177/175045890701700903 |
Official URL | https://doi.org/10.1177/175045890701700903 |
Publication dates | |
Sep 2007 | |
Publication process dates | |
Deposited | 24 Nov 2022 |
Output status | Published |
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