Inability to secure the airway is the second leading cause of preventable battlefield death.1 The Control-Cric™ system is a definitive surgical airway device that is tactically designed and packaged for pre-hospital use. It includes the Cric-Key™, Cric-Knife™ with trachea hook, cricothyrotomy tube and stabilizing strap. The result is fast, accurate placement and higher success rates when compared to traditional surgical airway techniques.2
The intuitive design of the Cric-Key has a pre-shaped stylet that provides airway confirmation with tactile feel of the tracheal rings. It confirms airway placement through distinct sensory feedback, ensuring proper use by operators with limited surgical skills in challenging environments. Studies demonstrate a 100% success rate vs. a 66% success rate for traditional airway techniques.2
