KingVision Video Laryngoscopy vs Direct Laryngoscopy - Equivalence Trial

A Clinical Evaluation of the King Vision Video Laryngoscope aBlade System in Children

The purpose of this study is to determine whether the Ambu KingVision videolaryngoscope performs as well as direct laryngoscopy for intubating small children and infants.

The goal of this prospective randomized study is to compare the Ambu KingVision Video Laryngoscope and direct laryngoscopy using the Miller Blade Laryngoscope.

The primary outcome of the study will be time to successful intubation. Other outcomes of clinical relevance such as first attempt success rates of intubation, grade of laryngeal view, percentage of glottic opening, number of insertion attempts, hemodynamic responses, and complications will also be assessed.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients at Lurie Children's Hospital undergoing surgery/procedure where intubation is indicated
• American Society of Anesthesiology Class I-III patients

Exclusion Criteria:

• Children with an expected difficult airway
• A bleeding or blood clotting disorder