Key result
Airway fire during routine adenotonsillectomy highlights the need for team communication in prevention and management.
Why the study?
Airway fires during surgery are uncommon but serious complications with potentially fatal consequences, requiring thorough understanding and prevention strategies.
Case Report (n=1)
Airway fires are a rare but potentially fatal complication during surgery that require understanding of the fire triad and good communication for prevention and management.
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Supports heightened vigilance for airway fires in ENT surgery; leaves open standardized prevention protocols pending prospective data.
Akhtar et al. (2016) conducted a case report in Airway fire during surgery (n=1). Airway fire management and prevention was evaluated. An airway fire occurred during routine adenotonsillectomy, highlighting the need for understanding fire components and team communication for prevention and management.
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