Management of acute epiglottitis in adults.

Autor: Syed, Irfan, Odutoye, Tunde, Lee, Michael S. W., Wong, Patrick
Zdroj: British Journal of Hospital Medicine (17508460); May2011 Supplement, Vol. 72, pM74-M76, 3p, 1 Color Photograph, 1 Diagram
Abstrakt: The article discusses the management of acute epiglottitis in adults, which is a life-threatening medical emergency. The article offers information on the aetiology, and signs and symptoms of the condition, and explores the use of airway interventions for treating epiglottitis. Also highlighted is the approach for planning acute airway management, and the continuing management of adult epiglottitis.
Databáze: Complementary Index