smith robinson approach

Smith Robinson Approach

Via the carotid triangle

 

SCM / posterior belly digastric / superior belly omohyoid

 

Indication

 

Exposes inferior body C2 - T1

 

Position

 

1.  Supine in tongs

2.  Sit on head board with head taped and slightly extended

 

Table 30° up

Turn head away from side of incision

 

Which Side