Table 5 Reasons for difficult introduction of TED
From: Feasibility and safety of dilatational tracheotomy using the rigid endoscope: a multicenter study
Reasons | n (%) |
|---|---|
Inflammatory alteration of the glottis | 2 (1.1) |
Missing endotracheal tube as a guide | 2 (1.1) |
Lack of skills, learning curve | 2 (1.1) |
Inadequate depth of anesthesia | 1 (0.6) |
Cancer of tongue base | 1 (0.6) |
Inadequate size of TED, switch to a smaller instrument required | 1 (0.6) |
Optimizing the position of TED required for ventilation | 1 (0.6) |
Total | 17 (9.4) |