Pattern of usage of supraglottic airway devices in Pediatric patients among anesthesiologists

Abstract

Background: The most vital element in providing functional respiration is the airway. The present study was conducted to determine the pattern of usage of supraglottic airway devices among anesthesiologists. Materials & Methods: The present study was conducted on 62 Pediatric anesthesiologists of both genders. Their qualification, area of practice, type of institution, experience and average daily cases were assessed. Complications arising from use of SGAD were also recorded. Results: 20 were practicing in rural and 42 in urban, 25 were MD, 20 were DA and 17 had fellowship, 26 were in college, 16 were private practitioner and 20 were in other. 32 had > 5years of experience and 32 had daily >5 patient consultation. The difference was significant (P