Method of performing an emergency cricothyrotomy

摘要: A self-contained, presterilized trocar assembly, with an outer cannula and cutting stylet, is just long enough to penetrate the skin of throat cricothyroid membrane reach posterior third lumen average adult trachea. Its short length self-limiting penetration preclude damage surrounding tissues. The retains its intratracheal position by a flaring distal end after insertion during final stage in deployment. This device enables unassisted person operating extreme emergency conditions establish, quickly safely, percutaneous transtracheal airway for choking person. tissue resulting from application minimal, incision can be closed surgical tape.