Condition
Endotracheal intubation
David Cohen, M.D.Published 26 February 20051 min read
Key points
- An endotracheal intubation introduces a tube into the trachea to provide an open airway to administer oxygen, gaseous medication, or anesthetics.
- May also be done to remove blockages, or to view the interior walls.
Alternative names
Intubation - endotracheal
Definition
An endotracheal intubation introduces a tube into the trachea to provide an open airway to administer oxygen, gaseous medication, or anesthetics. May also be done to remove blockages, or to view the interior walls. See bronchoscopy.
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David Cohen, M.D.
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