Tracheal intubation with I-gel supraglottic device in pediatric patients: a prospective case series

Introduction: Currently, there are no devices showing an acceptable success rate in blind intubation in pediatrics. Objectives: The purpose of this particular series of cases is to identify the percentage of successful blind intubations using the Igel laryngeal mask in children between 2 and 35 kg of body weight, in addition to evaluating seal pressure, fiber optics vision through the device, and reporting the occurrence of complications. Materials and methods: A prospective case series in pediatrics; patients from 2 to 35 kg. Results: According to our study, the overall percentage of blind intubation was 23%, while the percentages of ideal and low vision to facilitate the insertion of the bronchoscope into the airway, and then inserting a tracheal tube through the fiber optics was 70%. Conclusion: We feel that the supraglottic I-gel is not the appropriate device for blind intubation; however, it is an acceptable recommendation to conduct fiber optics intubation.