I-Gel Airway

I-Gel  Airway

The i-gel^® is the innovative second-generation supraglottic airway device from Intersurgical.

The first major development since the laryngeal mask airway, i-gel has changed the face of airway management and is now widely used in anaesthesia and resuscitation across the globe.

Made from a medical-grade thermoplastic elastomer, the i-gel has been designed to create a non-inflatable, anatomical seal of the pharyngeal, laryngeal, and perilaryngeal structures while avoiding compression trauma.

Launched in 2007 after years of extensive research and development, i-gel now has an established reputation in anaesthesia with three adult and four paediatric sizes in the range, ideal for use with patient weights between 2-90+kg. In 2012, the indications for use were expanded to include use as a conduit for intubation (with fibreoptic guidance).

i-gel is supplied in an innovative, colour-coded polypropylene protective cradle or cage pack.

Why use the i-gel^®?

• Ease and speed of insertion
• Reduced trauma
• Superior seal pressure
• Gastric access
• Integral bite block
• non-inflatable cuff

What makes i-gel^® unique?

The i-gel features a soft, gel-like, non-inflatable cuff designed to provide an anatomical fit over the laryngeal inlet.

The shape, softness, and contours accurately mirror the perilaryngeal anatomy—an innovative concept that means no cuff inflation is required.

Working in harmony with the patient’s anatomy, compression and displacement trauma are significantly reduced or eliminated.

We can also supply OPA, NPA, I-Gels and Lube