EVALUATION OF THE HEMODYNAMIC RESPONSE AND EASE OF INTUBATION THROUGH BLOCKBUSTER LMA IN PATIENTS WITH ANTICIPATED DIFFICULT AIRWAY (ADA): COMPARISON WITH CONVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES OF INTUBATION USING DIFFICULT AIRWAY GADGETS.

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Dr Annam Qayoom
Dr Sana Khan
Dr Amal Qayoom

Keywords

anticipated difficult airway, Blockbuster Laryngeal Mask Airway, hemodynamic stability, ease of intubation.

Abstract

Background: Patients with anticipated difficult airways (ADA) pose significant challenges for anesthesiologists.


Objective: To assess hemodynamic stability and ease of intubation using the Blockbuster Laryngeal Mask Airway (LMA) in patients with ADA.Methods: Prospective, observational study of 100 ADA patients undergoing elective surgery. Hemodynamic parameters (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation) were recorded pre-, intra-, and post-LMA insertion and intubation.


Results: Successful LMA insertion (98%) and intubation (94%) with minimal hemodynamic changes. Median ease of intubation score: 2 (IQR 1-3).


Conclusion: The Blockbuster LMA ensures stable hemodynamics and easy intubation in ADA patients, making it an effective airway management device.

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