Bronchial blocker through Proseal LMA – A useful approach for paediatric lung isolation

Laryngeal mask airway combined with bronchial blocker achieved 1-lung ventilation in a patient with bilateral vocal cord paralysis: A case report

“…There have been successful case reports on the LMA combined with BB to achieve OLV in recent years. [ 6 , 7 ] Different from the above reports, this case reported that LMA combined with BB was used in a patient with bilateral vocal cord paralysis. LMAs as a typical supraglottic airway device, which were not implanted in the airway, the injuries on pharyngeal and tracheal mucosa were reduced, and the incidence of postoperative complications such as pharyngalgia, edema, and hoarseness was lower.…”

“…[9] Moreover, some remedial measures could be adopted including deepening the depth of anesthesia and repositioning LMA in an event of dislodgement. [7] If the above remedial measures are still unsuccessful, a small-bore tracheal tube can be inserted via the LMA using the guidance of a fiberscope and the BB remains in situ. [10] In conclusion, we succeed to use the LMA combined with BB during OLV for video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery in the patient with bilateral vocal cord paralysis, which indicated this airway device was considered a better choice when OLV is required.…”

“…[ 9 ] Moreover, some remedial measures could be adopted including deepening the depth of anesthesia and repositioning LMA in an event of dislodgement. [ 7 ] If the above remedial measures are still unsuccessful, a small-bore tracheal tube can be inserted via the LMA using the guidance of a fiberscope and the BB remains in situ. [ 10 ]…”

Thrust on airway research – Exploring the publications

“…[ 21 22 ] The remainder of communications introduced inventive applications of SGAs in diverse airway contexts. [ 23 24 25 26 27 28 ]…”