Abstract:Theoretical basis: Patients presenting for microlaryngeal surgery may have a variety of comorbidities contributing to their voice symptoms and affecting anesthetic management. Results: Many patients presenting for laryngeal surgery have a long history of heavy smoking and drinking. Many patients who present for laryngeal surgery are elderly and have cardiovascular disease. The rate of difficult endotracheal intubation may reach almost 16% among patients presenting for ear, nose, or throat cancer surgery, which… Show more
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