Baker P, Webber J. Anaesthesia 2014; 69(8): 928-9
A further response to Adelborg et al (Anaesthesia. 2014 Apr;69(4):343-7), expressing concern at this being a manikin study, and suggesting that the “vital issue” is whether a device is “fit for purpose” in the case of a drowning patient.
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Lofgren B, Adelborg K. Anaesthesia 2014; 69(8): 929-30
A response to the two concerns raised by McKenna (Anaesthesia 2014; 69(8): 928) and Baker (Anaesthesia 2014; 69(8): 928-9), acknowledging that more studies are needed and that there is currently “insufficient evidence” to recommend any specific ventilation technique among lifeguards. They also reiterate their study conclusions.
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Kapoor S, Jethava DD, Gupta P, Jethava D, Kumar A. Indian J Anaesth. 2014 Jul;58(4):397-402.
Two randomised groups were assigned either device and after insertion, blind tracheal intubation was attempted. Success at first attempt and overall intubation success rates were assessed. Authors concluded that the i-gel is 'a better device' for rescue ventilation.
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Matsunami K, Sanuki M, Yasuuji M, Nakanuno R, Kato T, Kawamoto M. Masui. 2014 Jul;63(7):789-93
Report of cases using i-gel successfully with easy insertion, concluding that the device is useful in this scenario.
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Middleton PM, Simpson PM, Thomas RE, Bendall JC. Resuscitation. 2014 Jul;85(7):893-7
Subjects with out-of-hospital cardiac arrest were allocated to either the i-gel or Portex Soft Seal laryngeal mask group, within a large Australian ambulance group. Primary outcome was successful insertion of the airway. The i-gel had a significantly higher success rate than Portex Soft Seal and significantly lower median ease of insertion scores.
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