Importance:The COVID-19 pandemic is characterized by high transmissibility from patients with prolonged minimally-or asymptomatic periods,with a particularly increased risk of spread during aerosol-generating procedur...Importance:The COVID-19 pandemic is characterized by high transmissibility from patients with prolonged minimally-or asymptomatic periods,with a particularly increased risk of spread during aerosol-generating procedures,including endotracheal intubation.Observations:All patients presenting with upper airway obstruction due to angioedema during this time should be carefully managed in a way that is safest for both patient and provider.Conclusions:For patients requiring emergent airway management during the COVID-19 pandemic,minimization of aerosols while taking the necessary precautions to protect health-care workers should are critical principles for their management.展开更多
文摘Importance:The COVID-19 pandemic is characterized by high transmissibility from patients with prolonged minimally-or asymptomatic periods,with a particularly increased risk of spread during aerosol-generating procedures,including endotracheal intubation.Observations:All patients presenting with upper airway obstruction due to angioedema during this time should be carefully managed in a way that is safest for both patient and provider.Conclusions:For patients requiring emergent airway management during the COVID-19 pandemic,minimization of aerosols while taking the necessary precautions to protect health-care workers should are critical principles for their management.
