ArticleIndian journal of anaesthesia2020
Impact of visually guided versus blind techniques of insertion on the incidence of malposition of Ambu
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Abstract
BACKGROUND AND
aimsIn adults, video laryngoscopy is recommended for supraglottic airway device (SGAD) placement as it results in better device position and higher oropharyngeal leak pressures. In children, there is a paucity of studies evaluating the impact of visually guided techniques on SGAD placement. Aim of the study was to evaluate the usefulness of visual-guided techniques of SGAD placement in children.
methodsTotally, 75 children, scheduled for elective surgery, were randomly allocated into three groups, that is, standard (S), direct laryngoscopy (DL), and video laryngoscopy (VL). Ambu AuraGain was placed blindly in group S, and under visual guidance with video laryngoscopy and direct laryngoscopy in groups VL and DL, respectively. Ambu AuraGain position was determined by flexible videoendoscope. First attempt success rate, time for successful insertion, oropharyngeal leak and any complications were studied.
resultsIncidence of malposition was not significantly different in group S (44%), DL (48%), and VL (64%);
conclusionIn this study, there was no advantage of visually guided techniques for Ambu AuraGain placement in children.
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