Table 2 The prevalence of complications possibly associated with laryngoscopic endotracheal intubation
From: Learning curve for paramedic endotracheal intubation and complications
Complication | Number of cases | Percentage in sample |
|---|---|---|
Hoarseness | 307 | 29% |
Sore throat | 189 | 18% |
Lip laceration | 15 | 1.4% |
Oral bleeding | 13 | 1.2% |
Gingival bleeding | 5 | 0.48% |
Lip bleeding | 5 | 0.48% |
Pharyngeal bleeding | 4 | 0.38% |
Tongue laceration | 4 | 0.38% |
Dental damage | 3 | 0.29% |
Lip swelling | 2 | 0.19% |
Tongue bleeding | 1 | 0.1% |