Regurgitation and aspiration of gastric contents in a child during general anaesthesia using the laryngeal mask airway.
We present a case report of a child who underwent general anaesthesia for elective surgery in whom regurgitation and aspiration of gastric contents were associated with the use of the laryngeal mask airway (LMA). Bronchospasm developed but mechanical ventilation was not required. The possible mechanisms causing regurgitation are discussed.
Ismail-Zade
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Department of Anaesthesia, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, Gloucester, UK.
Vanner
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D000768:Anesthesia, General / Q000009:adverse effects*; D002648:Child; D005764:Gastroesophageal Reflux / Q000209:etiology*; D006801:Humans; D017214:Laryngeal Masks / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male; D011015:Pneumonia, Aspiration / Q000209:etiology*; D012307:Risk Factors