Size 5 i-gel Supraglottic Airway (8205000)

• A sterile, single-use, supraglottic airway management device used in anesthesia and emergency medicine for establishing a clear airway

Uses

• Routine anesthesia:

• Used for managing the airway during routine general anesthesia for fasted patients

• Emergency medicine/resuscitation:

• Ideal for use in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and difficult airway management scenarios where quick and reliable airway access is needed

• Ventilation:

• Facilitates spontaneous or intermittent positive pressure ventilation (IPPV)

• Aspiration protection:

• The integrated gastric channel allows for the passage of a nasogastric tube to empty stomach contents, providing additional protection against aspiration

• Conduit for intubation:

• Can be used as a guide for fiberoptic intubation (for adult sizes)

Features

• Non-inflatable cuff:

• Made from a soft, gel-like, medical-grade thermoplastic elastomer that creates an anatomical seal without the need for inflation, eliminating the risk of over or under-inflation and reducing trauma

• Gastric channel:

• An integrated channel allows for gastric access and venting, improving patient safety

• Integral bite block:

• A built-in bite block helps prevent the patient from biting down and occluding the airway channel

• Buccal cavity stabilizer and epiglottic rest:

• These features aid insertion, prevent rotation, and reduce the chance of the epiglottis folding down and obstructing the airway

• Single-use and sterile:

• Provided sterile and designed for single-patient use to ensure infection control and consistent performance

• Latex and PVC free:

• Reduces the risk of allergic reactions in sensitive patients

• Color-coded packaging:

• The size 5 device is color-coded orange for quick and easy identification, with clear weight guidance provided (90+ kg)

Benefits

• Rapid and easy insertion:

• The unique anatomical design and non-inflatable cuff allow for quick, easy, and reliable insertion, which is critical in emergency situations

• Reduced trauma:

• The soft, gel-like material and lack of an inflatable cuff minimize the risk of compression trauma and post-operative complications like sore throat

• High seal pressures:

• Provides a high-quality anatomical seal, ensuring effective ventilation and protection

• Improved patient safety:

• The gastric channel provides a clear warning of regurgitation and allows for proactive stomach management, enhancing overall safety

• Hemodynamic stability:

• Insertion of the i-gel has been shown to cause less hemodynamic response compared to endotracheal intubation, leading to fewer spikes in heart rate and blood pressure

• Versatility:

• Suitable for a wide range of clinical scenarios, from routine operating room procedures to difficult airway management in the field