Difficult Airway Management in Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis Patient during CO2 Laser Surgery

Peña-de-Buen N, Araujo-

Abstract

Title: Difficult Airway Management in Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis Patient during CO2 Laser Surgery: A Case Report. Background: Recurrent respiratory papillomatosis is a condition that can quickly compromise a previously asymptomatic airway with risk of obstruction. Case report: Laser CO2 surgery on a respiratory recurrent papillomatosis patient which posed a challenge in airway management. Conclusion: This case highlights a group of patients which would have a difficult airway. Careful planning is essential before intubation attempts and, to be successful, it is imperative to plan effective management. Keywords: Recurrent respiratory papillomatosis; CO2 laser surgery; Difficult airway Abbreviations: ASA: American Society of Anesthesiologists; DA: Difficult Airway; ENT: Ear-Nose-Throat; ET: Endotracheal Tube; RRP: Respiratory Recurrent Papillomatosis