Tracheal Length Measurement in Intubated Neonates to Guide the Design and Use of Endotracheal Tube Glottic Depth Markings.

Published in: Children (Basel, Switzerland) (2022)

The functional length of the laryngotracheal airway can be reliably measured in sick neonates. It correlates well with gestational age and birthweight, and this information can inform the redesign of ETT markings to promote the safer use of these devices.

Keyphrases

gestational age
preterm birth
low birth weight
birth weight
preterm infants
health information
physical activity
weight gain