AmitK Mittal

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Dr. AmitK Mittal is a leading anesthesiologist whose research focuses on enhancing patient safety during complex robotic and laparoscopic surgeries. His major contributions center on airway management and the prevention of endobronchial intubation complications. In his most cited work, "Efficacy of the three-point cuff palpation technique in preventing endobronchial tube migration during positioning in robotic pelvic surgeries" (2022, 5 citations), Dr. Mittal introduced the innovative three-point cuff palpation (TPP) technique. This method addresses the critical risk of endotracheal tube migration caused by the shortening of the tip-to-carina distance during pneumoperitoneum with steep Trendelenburg positioning. By providing a reliable, real-time method to verify tube placement, his work directly improves intraoperative safety and reduces the incidence of life-threatening airway complications. Though early in its citation impact, this study has already been recognized as a practical advancement in robotic surgery anesthesia. Dr. Mittal’s dedication to refining perioperative protocols marks him as a thoughtful innovator, whose research offers tangible benefits for anesthesiologists navigating the challenges of modern, minimally invasive surgical environments.