title: [A simple bite protector for the laryngeal mask].
abstract: A new simple gag is presented securing the width of the tube of the laryngeal mask. The device is a 45 degrees-angled, u-shaped, synthetic-coated aluminium rod. This gag, while being additionally an aid to ensure the proper position of the laryngeal mask, is easy to handle and can be re-used after disinfection. Due to its rounded shape and the soft synthetic coating, accidental damage of the teeth seems to be nearly impossible.
authors.affiliation: Abteilung für Anästhesie und Intensivmedizin, Krankenhaus St. Elisabeth-Stift, Damme.
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Sachs
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Baum
mesh_terms: D004867:Equipment Design; D006801:Humans; D017214:Laryngeal Masks; D009064:Mouth Protectors; D018677:Tooth Injuries / Q000517:prevention & control*
vernacular_title: Ein einfacher Beissschutz für die Kehlkopfmaske.