External light guidance for percutaneous
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Ivan H. El-Sayed; James E. Ho; David W. Eisele
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Article
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2011
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John Wiley and Sons
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English
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## Abstract ## Background Percutaneous dilatational tracheotomy (PDT) is considered a safe technique; however, there is still room for improvement. We present our initial experience with an external white light guide to position the endotracheal tube and guide needle placement during PDT. ## Meth