Authors : Dr. Shaishabi Bhowmic; Dr. Sarvjeet Kaur; Dr. Rajvir Kaur

Volume/Issue : Volume 10 - 2025, Issue 6 - June

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DOI : https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/25jun1391

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Abstract : Neurofibromatosis is a recurrent multisystemic disease with a challenging airway management. Failure of the conventional techniques of airway management is seldom a complication but extremely problematic when it occurs. We hereby report a case of neurofibromatosis wherein a failed fiberoptic intubation led to a successful ventilation and subsequent intubation through LMA Fastrach.

Keywords : Neurofibromatosis, Difficult Airway, LMA Fastrach.

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