The VL3 Videolaryngoscope for Elective Tracheal Intubation in Adults

The VL3 Videolaryngoscope for Elective Tracheal Intubation in Adults: a Prospective Pilot Study

We conducted an observational prospective pilot study to assess the efficacy of the VL3 videolaryngoscope for routinely tracheal intubation in 56 adults, in terms of successful rate, no. attempts and manoeuvre duration, including both normal and difficult airways.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients candidates for general anesthesia in elective surgery
• Age over 18 years
• ASA physical status I-III.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Paediatric population
• ASA physical status IV
• Emergency tracheal intubation