Mallampati score

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Definition

  • Clinical evaluation of the oropharynx that predicts difficult laryngoscopy

Classification

  • Class I: soft palate, tonsillar pillars and uvula are visible
  • Class II: soft palate and base of uvula are visible
  • Class III: soft palate alone is visible
  • Class IV: hard palate alone is visible