oropharyngeal

English

Etymology

oro- +‎ pharyngeal

Adjective

oropharyngeal (not comparable)

  1. Of or pertaining to both the mouth and the pharynx
  2. Of or pertaining to the oropharynx

Synonyms
  • (EMS): OPA, Guedel pattern airway

See also
  • tracheal intubation

Noun

oropharyngeal (plural oropharyngeals)

  1. (informal, medicine) Oropharyngeal airway, an adjunct device used to open and secure a patient's airway during emergencies
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