The role of the pressure in the endotracheal tube cuff in the development of iatrogenic tracheal injuries
Background.The endotracheal tube insertion, which is a veritable patient care procedure, carries risks and possible adverse effects.Such complications vary in severity and range from mild symptoms such as sore throat or cough, which are often considered normal post-intubation events, to severe damage, including damage to the vocal cords, trachea, m