The consequence of endotracheal intubation in a 95-years old man for 839 days: A case report - PubMed
During prolonged ETI, more attention should focus on airway humidification, proper cuff pressure and optimal time for tube exchange in order to avoid severe complications.
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You wouldn't inflict this kind of torture on your dog. How did anyone think this was acceptable let alone worthy of a case report?
The worst thing is the conclusions of the study are all about tracheal toilet and checking cuff pressure, not dont intubate 95 year olds for two years!