A New Single Use Supraglottic Airway Device with a Noninflatable Cuff and an Esophageal Vent: An Observational Study of the i-Gel

Abstract

The i-gel is a reliable, easily inserted airway device that provides an adequate seal with a low morbidity rate.

Airtraq laryngoscope for bronchial blocker placement in a difficult airway

“…I agree with Eschertzhuber et al [1] that ease of insertion, positioning and use of the LMA Supreme (The Laryngeal Mask Company Ltd, St Helier, Jersey, UK) are similar to the LMA ProSeal but not the same. Since introduction, the Supreme has quickly caught on as the ProSeal of first choice in our hospital group especially for difficult patients.…”

“…As the authors confirm, initial clinical reports regarding i-gel have been encouraging, with high insertion success rates and very low levels of complications [1][2][3][4][5]. Most problems can be avoided by following the guidance provided in the i-gel Instructions For Use [6] and User Guide [7].…”

“…The Airtraq laryngoscope (Prodol; Fannin Limited (UK), Reading, UK) is one of several devices rapidly gaining acceptance as tools for difficult airway management, with results comparable to those of traditional techniques [1,2]. This instrument has previously been used to assist with the placement of double lumen tubes and even in awake intubation with good results [3,4].…”

“…The i-gel was introduced into clinical practice in 2007 and initial clinical reports of its use have been promising [1,2]. Apart from airway maintenance in selected elective cases, it may be used as a conduit for fibreoptic intubation in the patients with difficult airways [3].…”

Clinical Comparison of I-Gel Supraglottic Airway Device and Cuffed Endotracheal Tube for Pressure-Controlled Ventilation During Routine Surgical Procedures

“…Once a clear airway was established, the lungs were ventilated at three different pressures (15,20,25 cm H₂O) using PCV at a rate of 10 breaths min -1 and an I:E ratio of 1:2 with no PEEP. Inspired tidal volumes (TV) and expired TV were recorded, and the leak volume (LV=ITV -ETV) was calculated.…”