LARYNGEAL MASKS

Domain	Definition
Health	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. (references)
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Anagrams: LARYNGEAL MASKS

Scrabble® Enable2K-Verified Anagrams
	Words within the letters "a-a-a-e-g-k-l-l-m-n-r-s-s-y"
	-4 letters: glassmaker, laryngeals, manslayers.
	-5 letters: analysers, laryngals, laryngeal, malarkeys, manslayer, salaryman, salarymen, smallages.
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