Guedel Oropharyngeal airway (OPA) 80mm - ISO 8.0 Green

Guedel Oropharyngeal airway (OPA) 80mm - ISO 8.0 Green

a Guedel oropharyngeal airway, also known as an oropharyngeal airway (OPA), is a life-saving tool to create an open and safe airway for an unconscious casualty. Its primary function is to prevent the tongue from to fall backwards and block the pharynx. This oropharyngeal airway is made according to Guedel-the design and follows the international ISO-the standard for size and colour coding, which makes it an obvious val in all emergency bags and first aid-equipment.

ISO-standardised colour coding for safety

This oropharyngeal airway is clearly green, which according to the global ISO 5364-the standard immediately identifies the as a size 8.0, corresponding 80 mm. This standardised colour-coding system is a critical safety feature that minimises the risk to incorrect size is selected in a stressed emergency. it enables quick and correctly identification of correct equipment.

Anatomical Guedel-design

The oropharyngeal airway has an anatomically correctly curve that simplifies insertion and ensures correctly positioning. it is equipped with a reinforced and integrated bitblock that prevents to the casualty bites together and blocks airflow. the central channel allows not only clear passage for air without can also be used to insert down a suction catheter during need.

Atraumatically and comfortable material

Made of medical PVC with smooth, rounded edges to minimise the risk of tissue injury in mouth and pharynx during insertion. The material is rigid enough to keep away the tongue but sufficiently gentle to be gently against the casualty. The product is completely latex-free.

Model

Guedel Oropharyngeal Airway (OPA)

Size

80 mm (measured from flange to tip)

ISO-standard

ISO 5364, Size 8.0

Colour code

Green

Packaging

Sterile, individually packed

Ensure a fundamental part of airway management with a correctly specified Guedel oropharyngeal airway. the clear colour coding and the reliable design makes it an essential tool when each second is considered.