Laryngeal Mask Airway Protector™ for intubation and extubation in thyroid surgeries: A case report

Abstract

The laryngeal mask airway (LMA) Protector™ has recently made its way into clinical practice. As little is reported on this novel supraglottic airway device, we describe our experiences through intubation and Bailey manoeuvre using the LMA Protector™, and the assessment of vocal cord mobility using a flexible bronchoscope through it in three patients undergoing hemithyroidectomies.

Keywords

• Airway management
• case report
• laryngeal masks
• thyroidectomy