JAMA August 2018 PMID 30167701

Effect of a Strategy of a Supraglottic Airway Device vs Tracheal Intubation During Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest on Functional Outcome: The AIRWAYS-2 Randomized Clinical Trial.

Jonathan R Benger, Kim Kirby, Sarah Black, Stephen J Brett, Madeleine Clout, Michelle J Lazaroo, Jerry P Nolan, Barnaby C Reeves, Maria Robinson, Lauren J Scott, Helena Smartt, Adrian South, Elizabeth A Stokes, Jodi Taylor, Matthew Thomas

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Peak: 13 in Jan 2019
across 6 sources since Aug 2018

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions reveal a high level of interest and engagement, with posts frequently citing the trial by name, its publication source, and key findings, such as evidence supporting the interchangeable use of airway strategies. The tone is often scholarly and emphasizes the study’s relevance, reflecting its potential to impact emergency medical practices worldwide.

AgreementModerate agreement

Many discussions support the conclusion that the study found similar effectiveness between supraglottic airway devices and tracheal intubation, indicating general agreement with the findings.

InterestHigh interest

Posts consistently show high interest, highlighting the importance of the trial and referencing detailed aspects like its multicenter design and implications for emergency protocols.

EngagementModerate engagement

Some posts include references to specific methods, trial details, and professional opinions, reflecting thoughtful engagement with the research.

ImpactHigh impact

The discussions suggest that the study's results could influence clinical practice, as seen in comments emphasizing the trial’s significance for emergency medicine and airway management strategies.

Abstract in brief

  • This study compared two airway management strategies, supraglottic airway devices (SGA) and tracheal intubation (TI), during out-of-hospital cardiac arrests to see which one leads to better functional outcomes for patients.
  • The results showed that there was no significant difference in good neurological recovery or survival between the two methods, with both having similar success rates for initial ventilation and secondary outcomes like regurgitation or aspiration.
  • Overall, using a supraglottic airway device appears to be as effective as tracheal intubation in managing airways during emergency cases, providing evidence for paramedics to choose either method based on circumstances.]

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Urgentiegeneeskunde
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Artikel vd week: de Airways-2 trial! Wat is beter: eerst #intubatie of een #larynxmasker bij reanimatie? Lees ook onze gezamenlijke blog met @FanEMblog! https://t.co/CONSKstpSF #FOAMed #reanimatie #samenwerking @AmbulanceZorg @NVMMA @venvn_ambulance @Reanimatieraad

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Intensive Care Society
@ICS_updates · X

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Critical Care Reviews
@CritCareReviews · X

Prof Benger led the AIRWAYS-2 trial published in JAMA in 2018 (https://t.co/KeUp0kVZjG) Great to have him join us for the panel discussion #BOUGIE https://t.co/lpGLtpqQOk Supported by @MyIntensiveCare https://t.co/iYfV20qwyd

Dec 6, 2021 · 5 likes · 4 shares · 62,578 followers View post →
LKS ASE
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@lksase Effect of a Strategy of a Supraglottic Airway Device vs Tracheal Intubation During Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest on Functional Outcome: The AIRWAYS-2 Randomized Clinical Trial. [ https://t.co/YoXVII5Uor ] #ParaCon19

May 15, 2019 · 3 likes · 1 share · 963 followers View post →
Rasha Buhumaid
@RBuhumaid · X

2/10 must know papers from 2018 ... ⁦@SaudiEmergency⁩ #sasem19 Effect of a Strategy of a Supraglottic Airway Device vs Tracheal Intubation During Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest on Functional Outcome: The AIRWAYS-2 Randomized Clinical Trial. https://t.co/lhS36apGzA

Feb 5, 2019 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,832 followers View post →
Fatima Shire
@FatimaShire · X

Dr .Jonathan Benger presents the AIRWAYS 2 Trial, about the Effect of a Strategy of a Supraglottic Airway Device vs Tracheal Intubation During Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arresst #RCEMasc https://t.co/A7VwTgP2D5

Oct 3, 2019 · 2 likes · 1 share · 116 followers View post →

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@ems4jhondo · X

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Tanner Smida
@TannerSmida · X

@Old_stoneface31 PARAMEDIC2 - 10.1056/NEJMoa1806842 EPIC - 10.1001%2Fjamasurg.2019.1152 PART - 10.1001%2Fjama.2018.7044 AIRWAYS 2 - 10.1001/jama.2018.11597 CAAM - 10.1001/jama.2018.0156 DSED - 10.1056/NEJMoa2207304 ALPS - 10.1056/NEJMoa1514204 CRASH 2 - 10.3310/hta17100

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Michael Ditillo
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RT @CritCareReviews: Prof Benger led the AIRWAYS-2 trial published in JAMA in 2018 (https://t.co/KeUp0kVZjG) Great to have him join us for…

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Nigel Armstrong
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bronwen connolly
@bronwenconnolly · X

RT @CritCareReviews: Prof Benger led the AIRWAYS-2 trial published in JAMA in 2018 (https://t.co/KeUp0kVZjG) Great to have him join us for…

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Research in Emergency Care, Avon Collaborative Hub
@REACHBristol · X

RT @CritCareReviews: Prof Benger led the AIRWAYS-2 trial published in JAMA in 2018 (https://t.co/KeUp0kVZjG) Great to have him join us for…

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Critical Care Reviews
@CritCareReviews · X

Prof Benger led the AIRWAYS-2 trial published in JAMA in 2018 (https://t.co/KeUp0kVZjG) Great to have him join us for the panel discussion #BOUGIE https://t.co/lpGLtpqQOk Supported by @MyIntensiveCare https://t.co/iYfV20qwyd

Dec 6, 2021 · 5 likes · 4 shares · 62,578 followers View post →
Escola de Emergência
@movergrupo · X

“AIRWAY - 2: Effect of a Strategy of a Supraglottic Airway Device vs Tracheal Intubation During Out-of Hospital Cardiac Arrest on Functional Outcome” Estudo multicêntrico, randomizado, em 4 serviços de APH na Inglaterra, cobrindo uma área com cerca de 21 milhões de pessoas. https://t.co/Kvjq2JXtva

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NET Research
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RT @FatimaShire: Dr .Jonathan Benger presents the AIRWAYS 2 Trial, about the Effect of a Strategy of a Supraglottic Airway Device vs Trache…

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Fatima Shire
@FatimaShire · X

Dr .Jonathan Benger presents the AIRWAYS 2 Trial, about the Effect of a Strategy of a Supraglottic Airway Device vs Tracheal Intubation During Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arresst #RCEMasc https://t.co/A7VwTgP2D5

Oct 3, 2019 · 2 likes · 1 share · 116 followers View post →
MedEducation NE
@meducation_NE · X

RT @LksAse: @lksase Effect of a Strategy of a Supraglottic Airway Device vs Tracheal Intubation During Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest on Fu…

May 15, 2019 · 1 share · 777 followers View post →
LKS ASE
@LksAse · X

@lksase Effect of a Strategy of a Supraglottic Airway Device vs Tracheal Intubation During Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest on Functional Outcome: The AIRWAYS-2 Randomized Clinical Trial. [ https://t.co/YoXVII5Uor ] #ParaCon19

May 15, 2019 · 3 likes · 1 share · 963 followers View post →
Jorik Sweenen
@JSweenen · X

Effect of a Strategy of a Supraglottic Airway Device vs Tracheal Intubation During Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest on Functional Outcome: Read it all! Also patient who don’t get Advanced airway m do better dan than those... #resuscitation #cpr #intubation https://t.co/qJTZbPXFd8

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@EuropePMC · X

New from #OfficialNIHR https://t.co/6Rwunb0Iy2 Effect of a Strategy of a Supraglottic Airway Device vs Tracheal Intubation During Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest on Functional Outcome

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Rasha Buhumaid
@RBuhumaid · X

2/10 must know papers from 2018 ... ⁦@SaudiEmergency⁩ #sasem19 Effect of a Strategy of a Supraglottic Airway Device vs Tracheal Intubation During Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest on Functional Outcome: The AIRWAYS-2 Randomized Clinical Trial. https://t.co/lhS36apGzA

Feb 5, 2019 · 2 likes · 1 share · 1,832 followers View post →
rvandepol
@phtlser1 · X

RT @urgentiegnk: Artikel vd week: de Airways-2 trial! Wat is beter: eerst #intubatie of een #larynxmasker bij reanimatie? Lees ook onze gez…

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Stef Bouman
@StefBouman · X

RT @urgentiegnk: Artikel vd week: de Airways-2 trial! Wat is beter: eerst #intubatie of een #larynxmasker bij reanimatie? Lees ook onze gez…

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Hans Huitink
@AirwayMxAcademy · X

RT @urgentiegnk: Artikel vd week: de Airways-2 trial! Wat is beter: eerst #intubatie of een #larynxmasker bij reanimatie? Lees ook onze gez…

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Brigitte
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RT @urgentiegnk: Artikel vd week: de Airways-2 trial! Wat is beter: eerst #intubatie of een #larynxmasker bij reanimatie? Lees ook onze gez…

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Hans van Schuppen
@HansvanSchuppen · X

RT @urgentiegnk: Artikel vd week: de Airways-2 trial! Wat is beter: eerst #intubatie of een #larynxmasker bij reanimatie? Lees ook onze gez…

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Urgentiegeneeskunde
@urgentiegnk · X

Artikel vd week: de Airways-2 trial! Wat is beter: eerst #intubatie of een #larynxmasker bij reanimatie? Lees ook onze gezamenlijke blog met @FanEMblog! https://t.co/CONSKstpSF #FOAMed #reanimatie #samenwerking @AmbulanceZorg @NVMMA @venvn_ambulance @Reanimatieraad

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Tere G.
@medicina87 · X

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@DrDaleNeedham · X

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AIRWAY-2 presented by Jerry Nolan at State of the Art Meeting 2018 https://t.co/FCXzKkYKlM https://t.co/R89MIf9E60

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