Anesthesiology
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study Comparative Study
Comparison of single-use and reusable metal laryngoscope blades for orotracheal intubation during rapid sequence induction of anesthesia: a multicenter cluster randomized study.
Single-use metal laryngoscope blades are cheaper and carry a lower risk of infection than reusable metal blades. The authors compared single-use and reusable metal blades during rapid sequence induction of anesthesia in a multicenter cluster randomized trial. ⋯ The single-use metal blade was more efficient than a reusable metal blade in rapid sequence induction of anesthesia.