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A I R W A Y
M A N A G E M E N T
Best Practices
for LMAs
Review the
proper care
and use of
this essential
supraglottic
airway device.
Arup De, MD, MBA
Dino Kattato, CRNA, MS
Albany, N.Y.
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F
ewer sore throats in recovery,
improved oxygenation, spontaneous
ventilation and better management of
difficult airways — the laryngeal mask airway
has revolutionized anesthesia care since its
introduction in the late '80s. The device's
basic design has evolved from a hands-free
way to ventilate an anesthetized patient without endotracheal tube intubation to a life-saving device available in many unique configurations. Let's explore best practices for using
and caring for this airway management staple.
O U T PAT I E N T S U R G E R Y M A G A Z I N E O N L I N E | O C T O B E R 2013