Laryseal Pro LMA Versus Ambu Aura Gain LMA in Elective Ophthalmological Surgeries

The LarysealTM Pro is the new generation mask for safe and effective airway management, as it could reduce the risk of aspiration by the integrated suction catheter port to allow effective removal of fluids and gastric contents. So that, it could be a promising airway device as its symmetrical cuff and tube contoured to match the oropharyngeal anatomy for quick and easy first time insertion success. It could be applied in both routine and advanced airway management for patients with a higher risk of a difficult airway, unexpected intubation difficulties, beside to airway control during anesthesia. It was presented in the clinical market in sizes 3, 4 and 5 (according to the body weight; size 3: 30-50Kg, size 4: 50-70 Kg, and size 5:70-100Kg) that can accept larger tracheal tube up to 7.5 and 8mm inner diameter respectively with maximum suction catheter size of 16 Fr.

The AuraGain is Ambu ꞌs 3rd generation disposable laryngeal mask, satisfying 3 fundamental airway management needs by integrating gastric access channel for managing gastric content and intubation capability using standard ET-tubes in an anatomically curved single-use device that facilitates rapid establishment of a safe airway through integrated bite absorption area that could prevent airway occlusion. Other characters include pilot balloon that identifies mask size and provides tactile indication of degree of inflation, navigation marks for guiding flexible scope and is made of phthalate-free material. Its thin and soft cuff is designed to deliver high seal pressure up to 40 cmH2O. It was presented in the clinical market in sizes 3, 4, 5 and 6 (according to the body weight; size 3: 30-50 kg, size 4: 50-70 kg, size 5: 70-100 kg, and size 6: \>100 kg) with maximum suction catheter size of 16 Fr.