Efficacy and safety of endoscopy-specific dual-channel supraglottic airways for upper gastrointestinal endoscopic and transesophageal instrumentation procedures: a systematic review and meta-analysis - Scorecard - MDSpire

Assessment of the effectiveness and safety of dual-channel supraglottic airways tailored for upper gastrointestinal endoscopic and transesophageal procedures: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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  • Yanqin Mi

  • Zhengfang Qi

  • Yan Wei

  • Yatao Liu

  • Zhaohui Gao

  • July 17, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Assessment of the effectiveness and safety of dual-channel supraglottic airways tailored for upper gastrointestinal endoscopic and transesophageal procedures: a systematic review and meta-analysis

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionUpper gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures and transesophageal instrumentation
Key MechanismsUse of dual-channel supraglottic airways (dc-SGAs) to maintain ventilation while allowing endoscope or probe passage
Target PopulationPatients undergoing upper gastrointestinal endoscopic and transesophageal procedures
Care SettingEndoscopy and anesthesia settings

Key Highlights

  • dc-SGAs showed comparable first-attempt airway device and endoscope/probe insertion success to comparator strategies.
  • dc-SGAs reduced intraoperative hypoxemia compared to non-invasive oxygen therapy.
  • Postoperative sore throat incidence varied depending on the comparator used.
  • Airway device insertion time was shorter with dc-SGAs.
  • Evidence quality for dc-SGAs is low to moderate.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

    Management

    • Consider dc-SGAs for airway management during upper GI endoscopic and transesophageal procedures.

    Monitoring & Follow-up

      Risks

      • Postoperative sore throat may occur more frequently compared to non-invasive oxygen therapy.

      Patient & Prescribing Data

      Patients with significant comorbidities undergoing upper GI endoscopic procedures.

      dc-SGAs may provide a less invasive option than endotracheal intubation while facilitating oxygenation.

      Clinical Best Practices

      • Evaluate the appropriateness of dc-SGAs based on individual patient risk factors and procedural requirements.
      • Monitor for intraoperative hypoxemia and postoperative complications such as sore throat.

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