Dr. Abhishek Shukla explains the crucial steps of the extubation procedure following spine surgery under General Anaesthesia. The first and foremost action is to remove the ventilator support and immediately perform endotracheal (ET) suctioning. This is essential to clear any secretions accumulated in the trachea, preventing their trickling into the lungs, which could lead to aspiration. Following ET suction, thorough suctioning of the oral cavity must be done using a suction catheter placed ins