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Volume 22, Issue 1
  • ISSN: 1573-3963
  • E-ISSN: 1875-6336
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Abstract

We read a review of case reports published in Current Pediatric Reviews 2024 about the use of I-gel® in neonatal complicated intubation, and we decided to write a commentary on the benefits and limitations of using supraglottic airways in neonatal age, with a specific focus on I-gel. The use of supraglottic airway devices in neonatal ages is limited to particular conditions, but further research is showing the utility of these devices as the first choice in neonatal resuscitation or airway stabilization. Our commentary highlights the broader practical applications of I-gel and reinforces its role as a valuable tool in neonatal resuscitation.

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  • Article Type:     Article Commentary
Keyword(s): I-gel; laryngeal mask; neonatal airway management; neonatal intubation; Neonatal resuscitation; surfactant administration

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