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Abstract
Application of a technique of reflex cough stimulation in the postoperative period
by means of a percutaneous intratracheal catheter is described. This method has been
found most satisfactory in eliciting effective clearing of the small air passages
and elimination of serious postoperative pulmonary complications, without trauma to
the upper respiratory tract and with good tolerance by the patient.
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References
- A method of removing tracheal bronchial secretions by the production of effective coughing.Anesth. & Analg. 1960; 36: 570
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Received:
October 2,
1961
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© 1962 Published by Elsevier Inc.
