Which of the following is the most common postoperative complication related to intubation: March 2011: (A) Malposition, (B) Bleeding, (C) Sore throat, (D) Abductor Paralysis
Answer is C. Ans. C: Sore throat Sore throat (pharyngitis, laryngitis) is the most common post-operative complication of intubation It usually subsides within 2-3 days without any treatment