Nikolas
Created page with "* Cricothyrotomy, also called coniotomy * In case of upper airway obstruction with unsuccessful intubation * Airway is opened through cricothyroid ligament between the thyroid and cricoid cartilage * Should be converted to tracheotomy when possible * Indications ** Angioedema ** Foreign body in upper airway ** Severe facial trauma * Procedure ** Transverse surgical incision into skin between thyroid and cricoid cartilages ** Incision through skin, spf cervical fascia, de..."
