A streamlined pharynx airway liner: a pilot study in 22 patients in controlled and spontaneous ventilation.
An inexpensive, single-use alternative device to the laryngeal mask and cuffed oropharyngeal airway appears useful in controlled and spontaneous ventilation. The hollow soft plastic airway may act as a sump for pooled secretions, possibly minimizing regurgitation risks. Without a cuff, important cost savings are likely.
Miller
Donald M
DM
Department of Anaesthetics, Victoria Hospital, Alphen Hill, Wynberg, South Africa.
Lavelle
Margie
M
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007442:Intubation, Intratracheal / Q000295:instrumentation*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010614:Pharynx; D010865:Pilot Projects; D012121:Respiration, Artificial