Amiodarone-associated thyrotoxicosis may be severe and refractory to medical therapy. Despite the potential risks of anaesthesia associated with uncontrolled thyrotoxicosis, thyroidectomy should be considered in the setting of life-threatening thyrotoxicosis.

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Accidental invasion of the trachea past an inflated cuff may occur more easily when endotracheal tubes with soft, low pressure cuffs are used. A new, simple and safe technique for blind oesophageal intubation is outlined. Two cases of accidental invasion of the trachea by oesophageal tubes are described.

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