Failed airway algorithm

ETT: endotracheal tube.

* Should a surgical airway be needed in these circumstances, one attempt at tracheal intubation using video or direct laryngoscopy may be performed, provided preparations for a surgical airway occur simultaneously.

¶ Placement of an extraglottic device is contraindicated in the setting of severe hypopharyngeal pathology, such as epiglottitis.

Δ In neonates, a cuffed ETT is suggested, but an uncuffed endotracheal tube is acceptable.