A randomized comparison of the GlideRite(®) Rigid Stylet to a malleable stylet for orotracheal intubation by novices using the GlideScope(®).

Purpose: A stylet is usually necessary when using the GlideScope(®) videolaryngoscope for orotracheal intubation. A special stylet, the GlideRite(®) Rigid Stylet (GRS), was designed for this purpose. A previous trial involving experienced operators showed that the GRS offered no performance improvement vs a standard malleable stylet (SMS).