The Mallampati score, or Mallampati classification, named after the Indian anaesthesiologist Seshagiri Mallampati, is used to predict the ease of endotracheal intubation. [1]

Jul 14, 2025 · What is the Mallampati Score? The Mallampati score assesses anatomy to determine risk for apnea or hypopnea episodes. It is divided into four classes, with higher classes indicating less …

Jan 8, 2026 · What is the Mallampati Score? The Mallampati score is a medical classification system used to assess the visibility of the oropharyngeal structures, particularly the soft palate, uvula, and …

The Modified Mallampati Classification stratifies predicted difficulty of endotracheal intubation based on anatomic features.

Feb 4, 2016 · In anesthesia, the Mallampati score (or Mallampati classification) is used to predict the ease of intubation. It can also be used to predict whether a patient might have obstructive sleep apnea.

Mar 12, 2024 · The Mallampati Classification assesses airway anatomy based on the visibility of oral structures during maximal mouth opening. It aids in predicting difficult intubation: Class I (full …

Jul 7, 2025 · The Mallampati score assesses the relative size of the tongue base in relation to the oropharyngeal opening to predict potential airway difficulty. This classification helps clinicians …

Oct 27, 2025 · What Is a Normal Mallampati Score? A normal or low Mallampati score (class 1 or class 2) indicates that the airway is wide and unobstructed, with most structures at the back of the throat …

Medical professionals use the Mallampati score to assess a patient's teeth, tongue, mouth, and soft palate prior to performing an endotracheal intubation. Mallampati classifications range from class 0 …

1 day ago · The Mallampati Classification is a standardized, non-invasive system used primarily in medicine to evaluate the anatomy of a patient’s oral cavity and pharynx. It provides a quick, visual …