Differences_Adult_vs_Pediatric_Airway.pptx

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1. Differences Between Adult and Pediatric Airway A Comparative Overview

2. Introduction Understanding airway differences is crucial in clinical practice for airway management, intubation, and emergency care.

3. Anatomical Differences – Overview Adults and pediatric patients have significant anatomical airway differences affecting airflow, intubation, and risk of obstruction.

4. Airway Size and Shape • Pediatric airway: Smaller, funnel-shaped, more compliant. • Adult airway: Larger, cylindrical, more rigid.

5. Tongue Size • Pediatric: Proportionally larger tongue, increasing risk of airway obstruction. • Adult: Relatively smaller tongue, less obstruction risk.

6. Larynx Position • Pediatric: Higher and more anterior (C3-C4 level). • Adult: Lower (C4-C5 level).

7. Epiglottis Shape • Pediatric: Long, floppy, and omega-shaped. • Adult: Shorter, firmer, and leaf-shaped.

8. Airway Resistance • Pediatric: Smaller diameter increases resistance (Poiseuille’s Law). • Adult: Larger diameter reduces airway resistance.

9. Clinical Implications • Pediatrics: Higher risk of obstruction, careful intubation needed. • Adults: Easier intubation but airway diseases are more common.

10. Conclusion Understanding these differences is crucial for effective airway management in both pediatric and adult patients.