Chao TN, Atkins JH, Qasim Z, Kearney JJ, Mirza N, Rassekh CH. Airway management of angioedema patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
World J Otorhinolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2020;
6:S36-S39. [PMID:
32837761 PMCID:
PMC7274586 DOI:
10.1016/j.wjorl.2020.05.008]
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Abstract
Importance
The COVID-19 pandemic is characterized by high transmissibility from patients with prolonged minimally- or asymptomatic periods, with a particularly increased risk of spread during aerosol-generating procedures, including endotracheal intubation.
Observations
All patients presenting with upper airway obstruction due to angioedema during this time should be carefully managed in a way that is safest for both patient and provider.
Conclusions
For patients requiring emergent airway management during the COVID-19 pandemic, minimization of aerosols while taking the necessary precautions to protect healthcare workers should are critical principles for their management.
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