Laryngeal mask airway, single-use

1,104 devices · GMDN 45036

A laryngeal mask airway (LMA) is a disposable, inflatable tube designed to maintain an open airway during anesthesia or resuscitation. It sits in the throat above the vocal cords to create a seal, allowing for controlled breathing and ventilation in patients who are either breathing on their own or being mechanically ventilated.

These devices are typically classified as single-use and regulated based on their intended use and risk level, with variations depending on the jurisdiction. They are commonly supplied sterile, in pre-packaged sizes to accommodate different patient anatomies, and may include features like radiopacity for imaging visibility or connectors for breathing circuits.

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