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. 2024 Oct;23(5):1163-1165.
doi: 10.1007/s12663-024-02316-z. Epub 2024 Aug 23.

A Novel Method of Fixation and Stabilization of the Nasoendotracheal Tube for Maxillary Osteotomies: The Head Cap Technique

David P Tauro  1 , Uday Kiran Uppada  2
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A Novel Method of Fixation and Stabilization of the Nasoendotracheal Tube for Maxillary Osteotomies: The Head Cap Technique

David P Tauro et al. J Maxillofac Oral Surg. 2024 Oct.

Abstract

Purpose: To propose a novel technique of fixation and stabilization of the nasoendotracheal tube for maxillary osteotomies.

Method: The technique utilizes a flexible Portex north pole endotracheal tube size 6, elastic adhesive tape, a catheter mount and a head cap made of cloth in the fixation and stabilization of the nasoendotracheal tube for maxillary osteotomies.

Result: It is a simple method of fixation and stabilization of the nasoendotracheal tube, particularly for maxillary osteotomies that essentially eliminates distortion of the nasal, labial and perinasal areas and facilitates good nasolabial control during maxillary osteotomies.

Conclusion: This technique is simple, safe and versatile and may be employed for maxillary osteotomies.

Keywords: Maxillary osteotomy; Nasoendotracheal tube; Nasolabial distortion; Submental intubation.

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Fig. 1
Image showing the tube positioned 0.5–1.0 cms inferiorly from the nares preventing distortion of the ala
Fig. 2
Fig. 2
Image showing the elastic adhesive tape fixed partly onto the head cap and the forehead
Fig. 3
Fig. 3
Image showing the elastic adhesive tape securing the catheter mount to the head cap
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