A comparison of mcgrath mac and standard direct laryngoscopy. Tracheal intubation was successful in all 70 patients, during the first laryngoscopy in 65 patients and during the second in the remaining five. A comparative study of mcgrath and airtraq videolaryngoscopes for tracheal intubation article in journal of anaesthesiology clinical pharmacology 332. Mcgrath mac ems video laryngoscope faqs can the disposable blade be reused. As a rigid laryngoscope, it holds and shapes the anatomy allowing a clear view of the larynx and entrance to the trachea. Evaluation of the mcgrath mac and macintosh laryngoscope for.
A comparative study of mcgrath and airtraq videolaryngoscopes. Recently, mcgrath mac mcgrath video laryngoscopy has become a widely accepted method for securing an airway by tracheal intubation because it allows the. Oct 14, 20 tracheal intubation in the intensive care unit icu can be challenging as patients often have anatomic and physiologic characteristics that make intubation particularly difficult. Introduction the direct laryngoscopy technique using a macintosh blade is the first choice globally for most anaesthetists. We believe that it offers a valuable addition to the equipment currently. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of the cmac video laryngoscope on laryngeal view and intubation success compared with direct laryngoscopy. Apr 22, 2020 background mcgrath mac video laryngoscope offers excellent laryngosopic views and increases the success rate of orotracheal intubation in some cases.
Use of the mcgrath videolaryngoscope in the management of. Feb 07, 2011 intubation using the mcgrath mac video laryngoscope. In the latter, it is important to intubate swiftly and successfully once a patient has been paralyzed. Fiberoptic intubation is currently the gold standard for elective difficult airway management, but alternatives are described in the literature. If it also performs as well as a standard laryngoscope during uncomplicated intubations, there would be an argument for the mcgrath to become the laryngoscope of choice in higher risk settings, such as rapid sequence induction by inexperienced anaesthetists. Page 3 of 6 standardized procedure manual sp 303 endotracheal intubation a. Each mcgrath blade is single use and is supplied sterile. Lintubation difficile societe francaise des infirmieres anesthesistes. Mcgrath series 5 portable video laryngoscope medgadget. Br j anaesth 2012 sep for patients with modified mallampati scores 2, intubation with the cmac video laryngoscope was easier, faster, and more successful. Sep 22, 2012 it is generally difficult to visualize or locate the glottis with a macintosh laryngoscope or a fibreoptic bronchoscope in patients with spine injury after application of a halovest. Randomized controlled trial of intubation with the mcgrath. Consecutive patients requiring tracheal intubation are randomly allocated to either the mcgrath video laryngoscope or direct laryngoscopy using the macintosh laryngoscope.
Endotracheal intubation with the glidescope, the airtraq, the mcgrath. The mcgrath mac ems video laryngoscope is a tool used to aid the intubation of the trachea. The mcgrath mac blades are supplied sterile and are single use. Tracheal intubation may also be used to control ventilation paco2 and to administer medications such as surfactant and those indicated for cardiorespiratory arrest. Apr, 2017 the mcgrath videolaryngoscope vl provides excellent laryngoscopic views, but directing an endotracheal tube is not easy, so routine using of stylet is recommended. Mcgrath mac videolaryngoscope versus macintosh laryngoscope for orotracheal intubation in intensive care patients.
The mcgrath mac video laryngoscope within reach for every intubation. Thirtynine medical students who had used the macintosh blade to intubate a manikin fewer than 3 times were recruited. Comparaison du mcgrath mac et du laryngoscope direct chez. Jun 21, 2012 videolaryngoscopy presents a new approach for the management of the difficult and rescue airway. These indications were then measured against the consensus document derived from indications suggested by experts. We hypothesized that the mcgrath mac would decrease the time of intubation compared to cmac for novices. Mcgrath videolaryngoscopy for nasotracheal intubation full. Comparaison du mcgrath mac et du laryngoscope direct chez l. Endotracheal intubation using the cmac video laryngoscope. Intubation using the mcgrath mac video laryngoscope. If tracheal intubation fails, supraglottic airway devices are recommended to provide a. Searching for a video laryngoscope isnt an option when patients need to be intubated. Anyone can intubate, a stepbystep guide to intubation and airway management 5th edition, and pediatric airway management. Several devices including mcgrath series 3 videolaryngoscope are available which may facilitate tracheal intubation by improving view of the larynx compared with macintosh blade laryngoscopy.
To document tracheal intubation success rates and airway instrumentation. Difficult and failed intubations account for the major causes of morbidity and mortality in current anesthetic practice. The mcgrath mac ems ranges of blades have been designed to be used once and meet all regulatory and practical strength requirements required for safe intubation. Mcgrath mac videolaryngoscope versus macintosh laryngoscope. Securing the airway by endotracheal intubation is a key step in anaesthesia, and the emergency resuscitation of the critically ill patient.
The mcgrath mac videolaryngoscope for nasal intubation isrctn. We would like to show you a description here but the site wont allow us. Evaluation of the mcgrath mac and macintosh laryngoscope for tracheal intubation in 2000 patients undergoing general anaesthesia. Comparison of the glidescope, cmac, storz dci with the. Combined use of a mcgrath mac video laryngoscope and frova. Clinical research in intensive care and sepsis group.
Comparing mcgrath mac, cmac, and macintosh laryngoscopes. You know they can be associated with significant patient morbidity and unnecessary expense. Video laryngoscopy improves intubation success and reduces. Guidelines for emergency tracheal intubation immediately following traumatic injury an east practice management guidelines workgroup c. The main objective of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of intubation using a truflex articulating stylet with a mcgrath videolaryngoscope, and to determine whether the average time of intubation using a truflex articulating stylet is shorter than that using a standard intubation stylet. Sep 14, 2012 cmac outperforms mcgrath for anticipated difficult intubation cheryl lynn horton, md and ron m. Pdf the incidence of difficult direct intubation in the intensive care unit. Glidescope, airtraq, mcgrath, et le dernier nee airwayscope.
A comparison of the effectiveness of intubation using a. The goal of this study is to determine the appropriate angle of stylet by comparing time to intubation tti. Mcgrath videolaryngoscopy for nasotracheal intubation the safety and scientific validity of this study is the responsibility of the study sponsor and investigators. We can consider that any patient requiring ventilatory support by means of pulmonary ventilation mechanical has an indication for tracheal intubation.
Apr 10, 2015 bailly a, lascarrou jb, le thuaut a, boisramehelms j, kamel t, mercier e, ricard jd, lemiale v, champigneulle b, reignier j. The sealed envelope website will be used to generate a randomisation sequence for the study. Confidence of the familiar macintosh technique with portrait video display simplicity of singlebutton functionality, with minute. Comparison of mcgrath series 3 and macintosh laryngoscopes. Jan 15, 2016 we demonstrated that in orotracheal intubation in patients with normal airway by inexperienced anesthetists, mcgrath compared with the macintosh allows superior glottis views, greater ease of intubation, less complications, and hemodynamic changes with noninferior intubation time.
Mcgrath mac ems video laryngoscope the device mcgrath 3. Recommended technique for tracheal intubation using the mcgrath x. Listing a study does not mean it has been evaluated by the u. How does the mcgrath mac video laryngoscope compare with the airway scope and macintosh laryngoscope for routine nasotracheal intubation. Video laryngoscopy vl has been shown to improve first attempt success compared to direct laryngoscopy dl in many clinical settings and may be an option for icu intubations. Only personnel trained in and licensed to perform intubation with a laryngoscope may. Successful tracheal intubation with the mcgrath springerlink.
The participants performed sequential intubations on the manikin in two simulated settings that included a normal airway and a difficult airway tongue edema. Clinical evidence guide improve intubation success mcgrath mac video laryngoscope the mcgrath mac video laryngoscope is proven to improve first time success rate,1,2 reduce time,3 and lessen hemodynamic response to intubation4 when compared to the traditional direct visualization technique. Mcgrath mac video laryngoscope equipment medtronic uk. With the mcgrath mac video laryngoscope, a difficult airway doesnt have to be a difficult intubation. What marine recruits go through in boot camp earning the title making marines on parris island duration. Dec 26, 2016 im the author of whittens stepbystep guides, a series of books teaching airway management, intubation, and respiratory care. In conclusion, the mcgrath videolaryngoscope is a compact, portable, and easy to use alternative to direct laryngoscopy. Previously, the mcgrath was reported to be faster and enable a higher firstattempt intubation success rate in children, even duringongoingchestcompressions26,27. Aircraft medical annouces lowcost mcgrath video laryngoscope. Cmac outperforms mcgrath for anticipated difficult intubation. No cables, which can contribute to a safer or2 one system. The mcgrath mac video laryngoscope mcgrath mac or the device is a tool used to aid the intubation of the trachea. A prospective randomized crossover study was performed comparing the performance features of the macintosh laryngoscope, glidescope, storz cmac and storz dci videolaryngoscope.
However,whether the mcgrath is effective in children with difficult airways, such as those with cervical immobilization, is unclear. In a singlecenter, prospective, comparative beforeafter study in an anesthetistlead surgical icu of a. The mcgrath series 5 videolaryngoscope might reduce the incidence of unexpected difficult tracheal intubation. The mcgrath mac disposable laryngoscope blade blade range covers the camera and led assembly camerastick to prevent direct patient contact.
Higher first attempt intubation success rate than direct laryngoscopy in routine intubation. Patients and families will be provided with the appropriate information prior to initiation of the procedure if not an emergent lifesaving procedure, and obtain consent as per hospital protocol. The expected rate of successful firstpass intubation is 95% in the mcgrathgroup and 90% in the macintosh group. Difficult airway society 2015 guidelines for management of. In case of an unanticipated difficult airway, the complication rate increases with the number of intubation attempts.