@amirk_hallaayoun: Safety of New Technologies in Anesthetic Intubation: An Evidence-Based Review Endotracheal intubation is a crucial procedure in anesthesia, but it also carries risks. Fortunately, technological advances have provided increasingly sophisticated tools to improve the safety and effectiveness of this process. What do new technologies bring to intubation? Direct visualization of the airway: Videolaryngoscopes: They offer a magnified and direct view of the vocal cords, which facilitates intubation, especially in patients with difficult airways. Fiberscopes: They allow a detailed evaluation of the pharynx and larynx, helping to identify abnormalities and plan intubation. Intubation guides: Optical guides: Facilitate the introduction of the endotracheal tube through the larynx, reducing the number of attempts and the risk of trauma. Real-time monitoring: Capnography: Allows confirmation of correct placement of the endotracheal tube by detecting carbon dioxide in the aspirated air. Pulse oximetry: Monitors blood oxygen saturation, helping to detect complications such as hypoxia. Simulation: Intubation simulators: Allow health professionals to practice different intubation techniques in a safe environment, improving their skills and reducing the risk of errors. Benefits of these technologies for patient safety Reduction in the number of intubation attempts: Fewer attempts mean a lower risk of airway trauma and complications such as deoxygenation. Greater success on the first intubation: A successful intubation on the first attempt reduces stress for the patient and the personal physician. Early identification of complications: Real-time monitoring allows for the timely detection and treatment of any problems that arise during intubation. Improving the training of health professionals: Simulators and new technologies facilitate the acquisition of skills and ongoing training. Scientific evidence Numerous studies have shown that the use of these technologies is associated with a significant reduction in complications related to intubation, such as: Airway trauma: Lacerations, hemorrhages, tooth fractures, etc. Deoxygenation: Drop in blood oxygen saturation. Esophageal intubation: Accidental introduction of the tube into the esophagus instead of the trachea. Conclusions New technologies have revolutionized the practice of anesthetic intubation, providing safer and more effective tools for health professionals. While these technologies do not completely eliminate the risk of complications, their use is associated with a significant improvement in patient safety. It is important to note that the technology must be used by properly trained professionals and that the choice of the most appropriate technique will depend on the individual characteristics of each patient. #endotrachealintubation #anesthesia #patientsafety #newtechnologies #videolaryngoscope #fiberscope #capnography #pulseoximetry #simulation #gastroendobariatrique #obesidad #prdrpedrogutierrezcontreras #mexico🇲🇽 #marruecos🇲🇦