European journal of anaesthesiology
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Comparison of the Airtraq and the Macintosh laryngoscope for double-lumen tube intubation: a randomised clinical trial.
The Airtraq is a disposable optical laryngoscope that is available in a double-lumen tube version. Inserting a double-lumen tube is generally more difficult compared to conventional endotracheal intubation, mainly due to its configuration. ⋯ There was no significant difference between the Airtraq and the Macintosh laryngoscopes regarding the time needed to insert a double-lumen tube during elective thoracic surgery. Only subtle enhancement of visualisation and a higher incidence of hoarseness were observed in the Airtraq group. The Airtraq device did not result in superior patient safety in this setting.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study
Comparison of plastic and metallic single-use and metallic reusable laryngoscope blades: a randomised controlled trial.
Plastic single-use laryngoscope blades have been found to increase the difficulty of intubation. Metallic single-use blades may represent an alternative. ⋯ The rates of failed intubation at first laryngoscopy were similar in the metallic reusable and metallic reusable groups, but greater in the plastic single-use group.
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Comparative Study
A comparison of the AMBU ISCOPE and Macintosh laryngoscopes: first experience with a new device for tracheal intubation: a manikin study.
Video laryngoscopes achieve laryngeal visualisation through indirect imaging using video cameras that look around the curve of the tongue. The new AMBU ISCOPE intubation device combines features from the laryngeal mask airway with video laryngoscopy enabling visual control of tracheal intubation without the use of a stylet. ⋯ Tracheal intubation time was significantly longer in trainees using the AMBU ISCOPE intubation device compared to a Macintosh laryngoscope, but with a difference of only 8 s. Laryngeal visualisation was significantly better using the AMBU ISCOPE device, but success rates for intubation were the same.