6/26 (23%) in the control group after passed cuff-leak test it was 2/83 (0.02%) in the mannitol group and 4/74 (.05%) in the control group). Conclusion Pre-emptive use of mannitol in maxillo-facial and radical neck surgeries is effective and nearly side effect free to reduce airway oedema and post-extubation airway obstruction.
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