Airway management and ventilation are considered cornerstones for the survival of critically ill patient both in the pre- and in the in-hospital setting. Endotracheal intubation [ΕΤΙ] is the gold standard technique for definitive airway management. ETI application in the prehospital setting is associated with incidents and complications which can be attributed on objective difficulties but also on the education and training level of prehospital staff members. Continue reading
