How is laryngoscopy performed?
Jun 09, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Xu Gang
Introduction
In general, laryngoscopy is a procedure that uses a fiberoptic scope to examine the tissues of the larynx. Prior to the examination, the patient's information should be verified, and indications as well as contraindications should be confirmed. The patient should lie in a supine position, and the face should be disinfected. Tetracaine anesthetic should be sprayed into the nose and mouth to achieve local anesthesia of the nasal and oral mucosa. After anesthesia has taken effect, the laryngoscope is slowly inserted through the nasal cavity and pharynx to reach the larynx.
Generally, laryngoscopy is a method of examining laryngeal tissues using a flexible endoscope. The specific procedure is as follows:
1. Verify the patient's information before the examination and confirm the indications and contraindications.
2. Position the patient in the supine position and disinfect the patient's face.
3. Spray the anesthetic tetracaine into the nose and mouth to achieve local anesthesia of the nasal and oral mucosa.
4. After anesthesia has taken effect, slowly insert the laryngoscope through the nasal cavity and pharynx to reach the larynx.
5. Examine the pharynx, larynx, and surrounding tissues for any abnormalities and record images as needed.
Laryngoscopy should be performed at a正规 hospital by qualified medical professionals.
