DAS Guidelines for Management of Unanticipated Difficult Intubation in Adults
Introduction
- Difficult Airway Society (DAS) guidelines from 2015.
- Created after three years of work by the guidelines development team.
- Available as open access article on BJA.
Algorithms
- Multiple algorithms provided for difficult intubation management.
- Visual guides available for download in PDF format.
- Available online for reference and study.
Downloads and Links
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- 2017 guidelines for intubation in critically ill patients.
- Emphasizes optimization of oxygenation and airway management.
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- 2024 guidelines for patients with cervical spine injury.
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Obstetric Airway Management
- 2015 guidelines for difficult airway management in obstetrics.
- Designed with input from the Obstetric Anaesthetists Association.
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Paediatric Difficult Airway
- Algorithms for managing difficult airways in children aged 1 to 8 years.
- Created by Paediatric Airway Guidelines Group.
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Tracheal Extubation in Adults
- 2011 guidelines for safe tracheal extubation.
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This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the guidelines proposed by the Difficult Airway Society for the management of unexpected difficult airway situations in adults, along with associated guidelines for specific patient groups and situations.