Made from a medical grade thermoplastic elastomer, I-GEL has been designed to create a non-inflatable, anatomical seal of the pharyngeal, laryngeal and perilaryngeal structures while avoiding compression trauma. I-GEL is designed for use in securing and maintaining a patient airway in routine and emergency anesthetics for operations of fasted patients during spontaneous or intermittent positive pressure ventilation (IPPV). It is available in three adult and four pediatric sizes and is supplied in an innovative, color-coded polypropylene protective cradle.
Features:
15 mm connector – reliable connection to any standard catheter mount or connection
Clearly displayed product information – for quick, easy reference and confirmation of size and weight guidance
Position guide – easy confirmation of optimum insertion depth
Gastric channel – improves and enhances patient safety, and allows for suctioning and passing of a nasogastric tube and facilitates venting
Integral bite block – reduces the possibility of airway channel occlusion
Buccal cavity stabilizer – aids insertion and eliminates the potential for rotation
Epiglottis blocker – reduces the possibility of epiglottis ‘down folding’ and airway obstruction
The non-inflatable cuff – made from a unique soft gel-like material allowing ease of insertion and reduced trauma