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[Use of a laryngeal mask during combined regional anesthesia in children]

N Iu Glukhova, O N Nakovkin, I V Poddubnyĭ

    Anesteziologiia I Reanimatologiia
    |April 15, 2006
    PubMed

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    This study investigated the effectiveness of laryngeal masks for airway management during pediatric laparoscopy under regional anesthesia. Results indicate the laryngeal mask is a viable option for artificial ventilation in this setting.

    Area of Science:

    • Anesthesiology
    • Pediatric Surgery
    • Respiratory Management

    Context:

    • Intraoperative anesthesia in pediatric patients.
    • Use of central regional blocks for surgical procedures.
    • Need for effective airway management during laparoscopic surgery.

    Purpose:

    • To evaluate the efficacy of laryngeal mask airway (LMA) in pediatric laparoscopy under combined regional anesthesia.
    • To determine if LMAs can be used for artificial ventilation during these procedures.

    Summary:

    • Central regional blocks were administered for intraoperative anesthesia in pediatric patients undergoing laparoscopy.
    • A laryngeal mask was utilized to ensure airway patency.
    • The study assessed the effectiveness of the laryngeal mask for artificial ventilation in conjunction with regional anesthesia.

    Impact:

    • Provides evidence for the safe and effective use of laryngeal masks in pediatric laparoscopy.
    • Supports the use of combined regional anesthesia and laryngeal mask ventilation.
    • Informs anesthetic techniques for minimally invasive surgery in children.

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