Oropharyngeal Airways

Description

The Oropharyngeal Airway (OPA) is a crucial medical device used to maintain a clear airway in unconscious or semi-conscious patients, particularly in emergency or critical care settings. It is designed to prevent tongue displacement from blocking the airway, ensuring continuous airflow to the lungs.

The device consists of a curved, rigid tube made from medical-grade plastic or rubber that is inserted into the mouth, with a flange that rests against the patient’s lips to secure the airway in place. The OPA is typically inserted with the convex side facing upward and then rotated once it reaches the back of the throat to avoid damaging delicate tissues.

Available in various sizes to fit patients of all ages—from neonates to adults—the OPA is an essential tool in airway management protocols, especially in situations requiring CPR, advanced airway techniques, or intubation support. It is commonly used in ambulances, emergency departments, hospitals, and intensive care units.

Key Features:

• Available in a wide range of sizes (neonatal to adult)

• Designed to prevent airway obstruction due to tongue collapse

• Smooth, rounded edges to minimize tissue injury

• Made from flexible, durable, and easy-to-clean materials

• Ideal for use during CPR, resuscitation, and airway management

• Typically used when the patient is unconscious, without a gag reflex