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Published on: June 6, 2020
'Boil and Bite' mouth guards for direct laryngoscopy
G J Crossland1, A G Pfleiderer
1Edith Cavell Hospital, Peterborough, UK. gcrossland@doctors.org.uk
Summary
Boil and bite mouth guards offer a cost-effective and simple alternative to traditional silicone guards during direct laryngoscopy. They are less prone to displacement, improving airway management.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Medical Devices
- Airway Management
Background:
- Direct laryngoscopy is a critical procedure for airway management.
- Conventional silicone mouth guards are commonly used but can be prone to displacement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate 'boil and bite' mouth guards as an alternative to conventional silicone guards in direct laryngoscopy.
- To assess the displacement likelihood, cost-effectiveness, and ease of preparation of these guards.
Main Methods:
- Comparative analysis of 'boil and bite' mouth guards versus conventional silicone guards.
- Assessment of guard displacement during simulated or actual laryngoscopy procedures.
Main Results:
- 'Boil and bite' mouth guards demonstrated a lower likelihood of displacement compared to conventional guards.
- These guards are significantly cheaper and easier to prepare.
Conclusions:
- 'Boil and bite' mouth guards are a viable, cost-effective, and user-friendly alternative for direct laryngoscopy.
- Their reduced displacement potential may enhance patient safety during airway procedures.
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