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The Mallampati score is a simple visual tool used to evaluate airway anatomy and estimate sleep apnea risk. Learn how it’s measured and what your score means. The Mallampati score is used to predict the ease of endotracheal intubation. The test comprises a visual assessment of the distance from the tongue base to the roof of the mouth, and therefore the amount of space in which there is to work. The Mallampati classification evaluates laryngoscopy difficulty by assessing the visibility of three components: the faucial pillars, soft palate, and base of the uvula. Instructing the patient to open their mouth without vocalizing ‘Ah’ helps determine the Mallampati classification. What is the Mallampati Score? The Mallampati score (or Mallampati classification) is a simple, non-invasive chairside assessment used to predict the complexity of managing a patient’s airway.