Which video laryngoscope is best for expected difficult airways?
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All video laryngoscopes (VL) can provide superior views of the glottis compared to direct laryngoscopy. Compared to direct laryngoscopy (DL), video laryngoscopy increases first-pass intubation success rates, including in patients with expected difficult airways.
For these reasons, video laryngoscopy is recommended by many experts for use in any patient w…
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