Two cases of barotrauma associated with transtracheal jet ventilation.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Two patients suffered barotrauma whilst undergoing transtracheal jet ventilation (TTJV). In the first, TTJV was provided by a Sanders injector and in the second it was given by a high frequency jet ventilator. Barotrauma was a consequence of the expiratory pathway becoming blocked. The mechanism of barotrauma and a method of airway pressure monitoring during TTJV are discussed. It is recommended that meticulous care is taken to ensure an adequate path for expiration when jet ventilation is used.
Medical subject headings
- Barotrauma
- High-Frequency Jet Ventilation
- Thoracic Injuries