Apneic Technique in Laryngotracheal Surgery.

Background Apneic oxygenation can be applied to select laryngotracheal procedures to improve operative visualization and avoid potential complications associated with intubation and jet ventilation.  Aims/objectives The authors sought to determine if apneic oxygenation using a high-flow nasal cannula could be used as a safe alternative airway management strategy for the duration of select laryngotracheal procedures. Methods Single institution, multi-site retrospective review of 38 adult (>18 years old) patients undergoing apneic oxygenation in the setting of various laryngotracheal procedures from January 2017 through January 2018.