What happens when a patient in the ICU suddenly can't breathe—and the usual airway tools just won’t cut it? In this episode, we break down the high-stakes world of difficult airway management where seconds matter and lives hang in the balance. From using checklists like LEMON to deploying advanced gear like video laryngoscopes and rescue devices, this isn’t just medicine—it’s a strategic, lifesaving playbook in action. We explore the latest evidence, essential algorithms, and game-changing tools that are helping clinicians stay calm, stay sharp, and save lives when the pressure is highest.
Whether you're on the frontlines or just curious how modern medicine handles its toughest challenges, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.
Based on the article: “Difficult Airway Management in the Intensive Care Unit: A Narrative Review of Algorithms and Strategies” by Talha Liaqat et al., Journal of Clinical Medicine.
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