Abstract

Despite various advances, pediatric oral swellings continue to be nightmare for the most skilled anesthesiologist. Charting out a plan to intubate child using the 3Ps i. e proper planning, preparation and performance are key to success in managing pediatric difficult airway. Early establishment of tracheostomy can be beneficial to avoid catastrophic adverse events. We present a case report of a child with oral cavity mass to emphasize that oxygenation and not intubation is the key to successful management of an unanticipated difficult airway situations.

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