Endotracheal tube: Introduction Endotracheal tube (ETT)

Introduction Endotracheal tube (ETT) intubation is a critical, often life-saving procedure used to secure a patient’s airway and ensure adequate ventilation. It involves inserting a flexible plastic tube into the trachea through the mouth or nose, typically under direct visualization with a laryngoscope Endotracheal tube (ETT) insertion (intubation ) How to insert an endotracheal tube (intubation) for doctors and medical students What is an endotracheal tube ? A fexible plastic tube with cuff on end which sits inside the trachea (fully secures airway – the gold standard of airway management) Attached to ventilation bag/machine Use: Ventilation during anaesthetic for surgery (if muscle relaxant is required, long case, abdominal surgery, or head positing may be required) Patient can’t ... An endotracheal tube is a flexible medical device inserted into the trachea (windpipe) to maintain an open airway, especially during surgery or emergency care. It allows the direct delivery of oxygen, anesthetic gases, and other medications to the lungs. An endotracheal tube is a flexible tube that is placed in the trachea (windpipe) to assist with breathing or protect the airway. Learn when it is needed, how it is done, and what side effects and complications it may cause.