Airway Shield manufactures a patented device that facilitates endotracheal intubation while minimizing aerosol spread and protecting both patients and clinicians from infection and dental trauma. The device's sealed openings and guiding channel enhance intubation success rates and reduce complications, making the procedure safer and more efficient.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Endotracheal intubation (ETI) is a critical procedure performed millions of times annually, but it carries risks of infection for clinicians due to aerosol exposure and potential dental trauma for patients. Traditional intubation methods offer limited protection against these risks, necessitating safer and more efficient solutions.
Solution
Airway Shield offers a patented medical device designed to enhance the safety and efficiency of endotracheal intubation (ETI) for both patients and clinicians. The device features a sealed central opening for laryngoscope and endotracheal tube passage, minimizing aerosol spread and reducing infection risk. Its integrated shield covers the patient's mouth, while lateral openings allow for secretion and aerosol aspiration. A guiding channel facilitates accurate tube placement, and a reinforced area protects the patient's teeth during the procedure.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes anesthesiologists, intensive care specialists, emergency medicine physicians, and other healthcare professionals performing endotracheal intubation in hospitals, emergency departments, and pre-hospital environments.
Features
- Sealed central opening to minimize aerosol and droplet spread during intubation
- Lateral openings for secretion and aerosol aspiration
- Guiding channel to direct the endotracheal tube into the trachea
- Reinforced area to protect the patient's teeth from trauma
- Compatibility with both laryngoscopes and videolaryngoscopes
- Easy to use design requiring minimal training
- Portable and ready for use in various clinical settings