Publications by authors named "R M Marcoot"
Article Synopsis
- A case report highlights a rare incident of asystole (a lack of heart activity) that occurred while performing a surgical procedure called Le Fort I osteotomy on the maxilla (upper jaw).
- This situation demonstrates the potential complexities involved in dental and maxillofacial surgeries and how they can trigger specific reflexes.
- The trigeminovagal reflex, activated during manipulation of the maxilla, can lead to serious complications like asystole in extreme cases.
An inexpensive and readily available device for securing the endotracheal tube in oral or nasal intubations is described. The device consists of a Velcro-fastened strap which is adjustable to any size tubing and two additional cloth straps which are tied around the patient's head. This device is very stable when properly tied and minimizes the possibility of extubation or damage to the nasal tissues caused by movement of the endotracheal tubing during surgery.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFFunctional therapy for fractures of the condyloid process in adults.
J Oral Maxillofac Surg
March 1985