Anesthesiology and resuscitationEquipment and machines
Laryngeal mask airway (LMA)
Supraglottic airway device with an inflatable cuff that seals around the laryngeal inlet.
How it is used
Alternative to intubation for short procedures that do not require full muscle relaxation.
Clinical tip
Does not protect against gastric content aspiration — contraindicated when aspiration risk is high.
Sources
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History
Added to the catalog on 2026-09-29.
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