Cardinal Health 1227100A - Guedel Airway 100mm Disposable Oropharyngeal Airway with Color Coding for Quick Identification, 100/CS

Cardinal Health 1227100A - Guedel Airway 100mm Disposable Oropharyngeal Airway with Color Coding for Quick Identification, 100/CS

Product Overview

The Cardinal Health 1227100A Guedel Airway is a 100mm disposable oropharyngeal airway (OPA) designed to maintain an open and unobstructed airway during emergency response, anesthesia, and resuscitation. Constructed from smooth, medical-grade plastic, this Guedel airway is color-coded for easy size identification, reducing delays during critical procedures.

Its curved shape conforms to the patients anatomy, preventing the tongue from obstructing the pharynx, and its bite block feature offers additional protection to both the patient and airway device. Ideal for use in hospitals, ambulances, surgery centers, and field emergency kits, this airway is sterile, latex-free, and single-use to support infection control protocols.

Key Benefits

• 100mm size with universal color coding: Enables fast and accurate selection based on patient size.

• Prevents airway obstruction: Keeps the tongue from collapsing into the airway in unconscious or sedated patients.

• Built-in bite block: Reduces risk of tube collapse and protects the patients teeth and airway.

• Smooth, rounded edges: Minimize oral trauma and enhance patient comfort during insertion.

• Disposable and latex-free: Ensures hygienic, single-patient use with no risk of cross-contamination or allergic reaction.

Compatibility and Applications

This Guedel airway is compatible with manual resuscitators (BVM), anesthesia systems, and airway management protocols. It is commonly used in:

• Emergency departments and trauma centers

• Operating rooms and pre-op care

• Ambulances and EMS settings

• Intensive care units (ICUs)

• Field and tactical medical kits

Suitable for adult patients requiring a 100mm airway adjunct to maintain patency during unconsciousness or sedation.

Usage Guidelines

• Choose the correct size using the patients jaw-to-teeth measurement and confirm by color code.

• Insert with the concave side up, rotating 180 upon placement, or use a tongue depressor if preferred.

• Ensure the flange rests against the lips to maintain position.

• Secure if necessary and monitor airway patency continuously.

• Discard after usethis product is single-use and not designed for reprocessing.

Certifications, Safety Standards, and Regulatory Approvals

The Cardinal Health 1227100A Guedel Airway meets strict regulatory and clinical standards:

• FDA Registered medical device

• Latex-free and BPA-free construction for broad patient compatibility

• ISO 13485 certified manufacturing for consistent medical device quality

• Conforms to resuscitation and airway management standards used in emergency and surgical protocols

These certifications provide assurance of safety, efficacy, and compliance in critical care situations.

Comparison with Competitor Products

Unlike reusable airway devices, the Cardinal Health 1227100A offers disposable convenience with no risk of cross-contamination. Its color-coded system and integrated bite block provide added clinical efficiency and protection. The 100mm size offers a secure fit for adult patients, making it more effective than generic OPAs that lack sizing accuracy or patient-friendly features.

Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios

Used by:

• Emergency medical technicians and paramedics

• Anesthesiologists and nurse anesthetists

• Critical care nurses and respiratory therapists

• Military and tactical medics

• Operating room and trauma staff

Common scenarios:

• Airway support during CPR or cardiac arrest

• Pre-oxygenation in sedated or unconscious patients

• Short-term airway maintenance during transport or procedures

• Backup airway management in advanced life support (ALS) kits

Best Practices for Use and Maintenance

• Store in a clean, dry location within original packaging until use

• Select size quickly using color code; verify fit by measuring corner of mouth to angle of mandible

• Do not use in conscious or semi-conscious patients due to risk of gag reflex

• Monitor continuously for displacement or airway obstruction

• Dispose of according to facility protocols after use

Regulatory and Safety Information

Each airway is individually packaged, labeled with size (100mm), color code, lot number, and expiration date for traceability. Single-use, sterile, latex-free, and compliant with clinical safety standards.

How to Order

To order the Cardinal Health 1227100A Disposable Guedel Airway (100mm, Color Coded):

• Select the desired quantity on the product page

• Click Add to Cart

• Complete your secure checkout

For airway kit customization, EMS supply orders, or clinical product recommendations, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312) 275-5850 or use the contact form on this page.