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Descriptor English:
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Laryngeal Masks
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Descriptor Spanish:
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mascarillas laríngeas
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Descriptor Portuguese:
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Máscaras Laríngeas
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Synonyms English:
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Airway, Laryngeal Mask
Airways, Laryngeal Mask
Laryngeal Mask
Laryngeal Mask Airway
Laryngeal Mask Airways
Mask, Laryngeal
Masks, Laryngeal
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Tree Number:
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E02.041.500.475
E02.585.578.475
E05.497.578.475
E07.700.500.450
J01.637.708.560.782.450
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Definition English:
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A type of oropharyngeal airway that provides an alternative to endotracheal intubation and standard mask anesthesia in certain patients. It is introduced into the hypopharynx to form a seal around the larynx thus permitting spontaneous or positive pressure ventilation without penetration of the larynx or esophagus. It is used in place of a facemask in routine anesthesia. The advantages over standard mask anesthesia are better airway control, minimal anesthetic gas leakage, a secure airway during patient transport to the recovery area, and minimal postoperative problems. |
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Indexing Annotation English:
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"an alternative to endotracheal intubation"
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History Note English:
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93
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Allowable Qualifiers English:
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Record Number:
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30675
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Unique Identifier:
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D017214
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Similar:
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DeCS
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