The rates of laryngospasm (1.6%) and bronchospasm (1.8%) are significantly lower than reported in the literature, reflecting refinements in modern anesthesia/surgical technique.
Knowledge of at-risk patients can facilitate planning to potentially reduce the incidence of perioperative airway complications during adenotonsillectomy.
2012-01-24
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National Capitol Consortium Otolaryngology Residency Training Program, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington, DC, USA.
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