Unexpected APL Valve Failure During Bag Mask Ventilation

Authors: Sandeep L* and Bhagya Rajan J

DOI: 10.23880/accmj-16000190

Volume 6, Issue 1

Abstract

The anaesthesia workstation is always thoroughly checked prior to any patient undergoing anaesthesia as a part of mandatory protocol. Even after proper checking and confirming no leak of the machine, there are chances of unpredictable failure of machine causing complications. We are describing a case report where the unpredicted failure of APL valve resulted in a disastrous situation leading to ventilator failure during anaesthesia.

Keywords: Anaesthesia Workstation; APL Valve; Failure of Ventilation

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