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Anesth Analg 2008; 106:1137-1139
© 2008 International Anesthesia Research Society
doi: 10.1213/ane.0b013e318164f062
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AMBULATORY ANESTHESIOLOGY

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

B. Richez*{dagger}, L. Saltel*, F. Banchereau*, R. Torrielli*, and A. M. Cros*

From the Department of Anesthesia IV, *Pellegrin University Hospital, {dagger}Victor Segalen University, Bordeaux, France.

Address correspondence and reprint requests to Brice Richez, MD, Hôpital Pellegrin, DAR IV, Place Amélie Raba-Léon, 33059 Bordeaux, France. Address e-mail to brice.richez{at}chu-bordeaux.fr.

Abstract

BACKGROUND: The i-gel is a new single-use supraglottic airway device with a noninflatable cuff and an esophageal vent.

METHOD: In this prospective, observational study, we evaluated the i-gel in 71 women.

RESULTS: Insertion success rate was 97%. Insertion was easy and performed at the first attempt in every patient. Mean seal pressure was 30 ± 7 cm H2O, and average peak pressure was 11 ± 3 cm H2O. The gastric tube was inserted in 100% of cases. Only one case of coughing and one mild sore throat occurred.

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






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