American Journal of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Medicine and Surgery
Volume 29, Issue 5 , Pages 346-351, September 2008

An otolaryngologist's experience with in-flight commercial airline medical emergencies: three case reports and literature review

  • Larry N. Smith, MD, FACS

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Gainesville, FL, USA

Received 1 July 2007 published online 20 March 2008.

Abstract 

Managing a medical emergency onboard a commercial airline is an uncommon but real possibility for those physicians who fly. Understanding your potential role, management options, medical supplies and help that is available to you is important.

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PII: S0196-0709(07)00142-1

doi:10.1016/j.amjoto.2007.09.003

American Journal of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Medicine and Surgery
Volume 29, Issue 5 , Pages 346-351, September 2008

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