Comparison of learning direct laryngoscopy using a McGrath videolaryngoscope as a direct versus indirect laryngoscope: a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

Tracheal intubation using a direct laryngoscope is difficult to teach. The McGrath videolaryngoscope, a Macintosh-like device with a camera, can be used as a direct laryngoscope to educate novices under supervision using the screen. We compared the effect on Macintosh laryngoscopy skills following training with a McGrath videolaryngoscope as a direct versus indirect laryngoscope.

Methods

Thirty-seven participants were randomized into direct and indirect groups according to the training method using a McGrath videolaryngoscope. Participants attempted Macintosh direct laryngoscopy in normal and difficult airway scenarios. The primary endpoint was the intubation time, and the rate of successful intubation, dental trauma, and difficulty were secondary outcomes.

Resu

SUBMITTER: Yi IK 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8142538 | biostudies-literature | 2021 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature